Vaccinations

After 11 people were bitten and scratched in the Sea of Galilee area, the fear of rabies returns to the forefront. This is what must be done immediately after contact with a suspected animal.

Meningococcus is a relatively rare but especially aggressive disease. The risk for the disease is especially high in infants, toddlers, adolescents, and young adults living in crowded conditions.

Researchers aim to stop the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in northeastern DRC by fast-tracking a vaccine using a proven viral-vector platform.

A large–scale study by Maccabi found a significant decrease in the prevalence of genital warts among young people vaccinated in school.

If until a few years ago we tended to think that shingles was a disease of the elderly, cases like those of Adi Himmelbloy and Bar Zomer clarify that everyone is at risk, at any age.

A decline in vaccination uptake alongside the return of dangerous diseases highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the scientific data and the real risks facing children and parents.

From annual flu vaccines to those recommended for at-risk populations – this is the list of vaccines all adults should consider to maintain their health.

"Scientific reports are routinely reviewed at multiple levels to ensure they meet the highest standards before publication," said HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon.

The department said the first Michigan measles case was tied to travel to Florida, and the additional linked cases show how quickly the virus can spread among people who are not immune.

All of those affected who are currently linked to the outbreak are young adults, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said.