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Rabies-Infected Jackal Found in Taibe Zvi, Two Exposed
The Ministry of Health confirmed on Friday, October 23, 2026, that a jackal infected with rabies was found in the Jezreel Valley village of Tayibe a-Zuabiya. Two people who had contact with the animal are receiving preventive treatment.
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What happened
- 01A jackal infected with rabies was discovered in the Jezreel Valley village of Tayibe a-Zuabiya on Friday, October 23, 2026.
- 02Two individuals who had contact with the rabid jackal have been directed to receive urgent preventive rabies treatment.
- 03The Ministry of Health has launched an epidemiological investigation to trace the jackal's movements and identify other potential exposures.
- 04Residents who had contact with the jackal or stray animals between October 8 and October 22, 2026, must contact health officials.
- 05Individuals seeking assessment should contact the Afula Health Bureau, their local health office, or a hospital emergency room after hours.
- 06Parents are urged to ask their children about any contact with stray animals, and pet owners should consult local veterinarians.
Following the discovery, the Ministry of Health launched an epidemiological investigation to determine the extent of the jackal's movements and identify any other potential exposures. The two individuals who interacted with the rabid animal were promptly directed to receive preventive rabies treatment.
Health officials are urging anyone who, along with their pets, may have come into contact with the infected jackal or other stray animals in the area between October 8 and October 22, 2026, to seek immediate medical or veterinary advice. People are instructed to contact the Afula Health Bureau or their nearest health office, or visit a hospital emergency room if it is outside of regular working hours. Parents are also advised to ask their children about any potential contact with stray animals, while pet owners should consult local veterinarians.
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