Measles
New York state reports first measles-linked child death in over 30 years amid outbreak
The US is experiencing its worst measles resurgence in decades, with 178 measles cases reported in New York State as of October 24 and three measles-related deaths in the country this year.
New York declares first US measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge
Bill Gates: Anti-vaccine attitudes in rich countries makes herd immunity for measles impossible
Michigan announces measles outbreak after three linked cases reported
Over 1,700 cases of measles diagnosed in Israel
The areas currently defined as outbreak zones are Jerusalem, Beit Shemesh, Bnei Brak, Harish, Modi’in Illit, Nof Hagalil, Kiryat Gat, Ashdod, and Safed.
Chief rabbis call for public vaccination following four measles deaths
In a public letter, the rabbis argued that "you shall take great care of yourselves" is not just a verse from the Torah, but a halachic and moral obligation.
Measles outbreak in Israel kills three children in past week alone
Six children in total have died since the outbreak began, with the Health Ministry pushing a vaccination campaign to contain the disease.
Measles-infected passenger traveled from NYC to Tel Aviv, Health Ministry warns
The ministry stressed that measles is a highly contagious disease, characterized by fever, general malaise, runny nose, and rash, which may lead to severe and even life-threatening complications.
Unvaccinated two-year-old dies amid Israel's measles outbreak, Health Ministry encouraging vaccines
The Health Ministry updated that the child had been hospitalized in recent weeks on an ECMO heart-lung machine.
Measles outbreak reported in Israel, Health Ministry pushes parents to vaccinate
Over the past three months, 245 measles cases have been diagnosed, and there are currently 91 active cases.
Health Ministry urges vaccinations as measles outbreak continues to spread
According to the Health Ministry, the lowest vaccination rate is in Safed, where 33% of children aged 1 to 6 have not received the required doses.
At least 62 Israelis infected with measles amid outbreak, Health Ministry says
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, transmitted through the air via tiny droplets from bodily fluids, such as during sneezing or coughing.
Measles outbreak: 11 children hospitalized, three in serious condition
Senior health officials also warn of a potential mass infection at the upcoming Lag Ba'omer Mount Meron pilgrimage, as vaccination rates in certain haredi communities remain very low.
Health Ministry revises guidelines amid measles cases rise in Israel
The update comes as eight cases have been confirmed this year, against the backdrop of widespread outbreaks in the United States and Europe.