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health-and-wellness24 days ago•7 min saved

Israel faces measles death as vaccination effort tightens

Following the death of a 17-year-old unvaccinated boy amid Israel’s measles outbreak, the Health Ministry urges vaccination and cautions unvaccinated individuals and parents of infants who have received one dose to avoid large gatherings in outbreak areas. The outbreak has caused 17 deaths since April 2025, most among unvaccinated children and infants and is largely concentrated in ultra-Orthodox communities. The ministry reiterates the vaccination schedule (one and six years old) with a second dose at 1.5 years in high-risk areas and recommends extra vaccines for traveling infants.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#health-and-wellness #health-ministry #israel

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Lancet survey puts Gaza war toll far above official counts in first 16 months

A Lancet Global Health study based on a representative survey of 2,000 Gaza families estimates more than 75,000 people were killed in the first 16 months of the Gaza war—about 25,000 more than Gaza’s health ministry reported at the time—with 42,200 of those deaths among women, children and the elderly. The research suggests 3-4% of Gaza’s population was killed violently and notes a substantial number of indirect deaths from the conflict, while stressing that official tallies may be undercounts and that full accounting will take time and significant resources.

via The Guardian|

#casualties #gaza #health-ministry

israel-news1 month ago•6 min saved

Measles outbreak in Israel claims 15th death among unvaccinated children

A nine-year-old unvaccinated child died of measles in Israel, the 15th death linked to an ongoing outbreak; the Health Ministry stresses that vaccines are safe and effective, urges routine vaccination for children ages 1–6, and notes dose recommendations in outbreak areas as well as precautions for the unvaccinated and their families.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#health-ministry #israel #israel-news

health1 year ago•3 min saved

"COVID-19 Surge in Israel Triggers Drug Shortages"

Israel is experiencing a new wave of COVID-19 cases, leading to a critical shortage of the antiviral drug Remdesivir, which is essential for treating severe cases. Hospitals report an increase in hospitalizations and criticize the Health Ministry's procurement policies. The ministry has announced that new supplies of the drug are expected to arrive soon.

via Ynetnews|

#covid-19 #drug-shortage #health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

"Dengue Claims First Life in T&T After 5 Years, 126 Infected"

Trinidad and Tobago has reported its first dengue-related death in five years, prompting the Health Ministry to intensify mosquito eradication and public education efforts. The deceased was from South Trinidad, and the ministry has been conducting spraying and source reduction campaigns to prevent further cases. Dengue, a viral infection spread by mosquitoes, can cause severe symptoms and be fatal in some cases.

via Trinidad & Tobago Express Newspapers|

#dengue #health #health-ministry

health1 year ago•4 min saved

"Cuba Confirms First Oropouche Virus Cases Amid PAHO Outbreak Warning"

Cuba's health ministry has reported cases of the Oropouche virus in Santiago province, with patients showing improvement within days. The Pan American Health Organization has noted rising cases in the Americas, urging enhanced surveillance. The virus, spread by biting midges and mosquitoes, presents symptoms similar to dengue.

via University of Minnesota Twin Cities|

#cuba #disease-surveillance #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Fatalities and Hospitalizations Prompt Recall of Japanese Dietary Supplement"

A Japanese health supplement containing an ingredient called "benikoji" has been recalled after causing two deaths and sickening over 100 people. The products, including those from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., were marketed to lower cholesterol and were available without a prescription. The government health ministry has ordered the removal of these products from store shelves and warned of potential additional victims, urging people to stop ingesting anything with benikoji. The company is investigating the cause of the issue and has issued an apology, while the ministry has listed all recalled products on its official site.

via The Associated Press|

#health #health-ministry #japan

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Japan Faces Alarming Surge in Deadly Strep Infections"

Japan has seen a significant increase in potentially fatal strep infections, with cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) tripling in Tokyo and quadrupling across the country over the past five years. The surge in cases has even impacted international events, with the North Korean soccer team canceling a World Cup qualifier match in Japan due to the outbreak. Health authorities are concerned about the spike in severe invasive streptococcal infections and are working to understand the underlying mechanisms and control the spread, particularly in the context of potential impacts from the Covid-19 pandemic.

via The Independent|

#health #health-ministry #infectious-diseases

world-news2 years ago•12 min saved

"Israel-Gaza Conflict: Death Toll Climbs as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens"

Gaza's health ministry reported a death toll of over 30,000 in the ongoing conflict, but the count is incomplete due to the overwhelming scale of devastation. The system for counting the dead is struggling to keep an accurate tally, with thousands unaccounted for, either missing under the rubble or buried hastily. The health ministry's figures rely on hospital data and public sources, but communication blackouts and attacks on hospitals have disrupted the process. Thousands missing beneath the rubble are not included in the official count, highlighting the challenges in accurately documenting the human cost of the conflict.

via NPR|

#death-toll #gaza #health-ministry

humanitarian-crisis2 years ago•4 min saved

"Gaza's Child Malnutrition Crisis Worsens Amidst Conflict and Aid Controversy"

Six children have died from dehydration and malnutrition in northern Gaza hospitals, with the Health Ministry urging international intervention to avert a humanitarian catastrophe as Israel's attacks continue. Fuel shortages have caused hospitals to go out of service, exacerbating the health crisis, while aid deliveries have been delayed, pushing a quarter of the population to the brink of famine. Qatar and France have called for the opening of all crossings into Gaza to allow for humanitarian aid, while medical groups struggle to serve displaced people living in dire conditions.

via Al Jazeera English|

#gaza #health-ministry #humanitarian-crisis

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Measles Outbreak in Israel Prompts Urgent Vaccination Appeal"

The Health Ministry in Israel has reported 18 cases of measles in the past three months, with the majority of those affected not being fully vaccinated. The ministry is urging travelers to ensure they have received two doses of the measles vaccine before going abroad. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications, particularly in young children and individuals with weakened immune systems. The ministry recommends routine vaccination for children at the age of one and again at age six, and also provides guidelines for vaccination of adults.

via Ynetnews|

#contagious-disease #health #health-ministry

health-disease-outbreak2 years ago•2 min saved

"Tragic Loss: 9-Year-Old Dies from Lethal Bird Flu Strain in UK"

A nine-year-old boy in Cambodia died from bird flu after eating a meal made from birds kept on their family farm, and his 16-year-old brother has also tested positive for the virus. The World Health Organization and the U.N.'s Food and Agriculture Organization have raised concerns about the spread of the virus during Lunar New Year festivities in Asia. The zoonotic threat of avian influenza remains elevated due to the circulation of the virus in birds, posing a risk for sporadic human cases due to exposure to infected poultry or contaminated environments.

via The Mirror|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #cambodia

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Brother of 9-Year-Old Bird Flu Victim Contracts Virus in Cambodia"

Cambodia's Health Ministry reported that the 16-year-old brother of a 9-year-old who died from bird flu last week has tested positive for the virus, although he is currently asymptomatic. The brothers had consumed a meal prepared from chickens and ducks they raised. Concerns about the spread of bird flu during Lunar New Year festivities have been raised by the WHO and the U.N.'s Food and Agriculture Organization.

via AOL|

#avian-influenza #bird-flu #cambodia

health2 years ago•2 min saved

COVID-19 Subvariant JN.1 Alert: Guidelines for Christmas, New Year and Mask Mandate for Seniors in Karnataka

The Health Ministry has issued an alert to states regarding the new COVID-19 subvariant, JN.1, which is currently spreading in Kerala. While it is not yet known if JN.1 causes different symptoms or is more severe than other variants, the existing treatment line for COVID-19 is expected to be effective against it. RT-PCR tests are recommended for detecting JN.1. With the upcoming festive season, the Health Ministry emphasizes the need for adhering to respiratory hygiene norms, including wearing masks, frequent hand-washing, and social distancing. Increased surveillance and monitoring of influenza-like illness and severe respiratory cases are also being implemented. JN.1 has been reported in several countries and is raising concerns due to its rapid spread and immunity-evading capacity.

via The Indian Express|

#covid-19 #health #health-ministry

conflict2 years ago•0 min saved

Escalating Israeli Attacks in Gaza Leave Death Toll Soaring

The death toll in the ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip has reached 18,608, with an additional 50,594 Palestinians injured, according to the Health Ministry. The attacks, which include airstrikes, a ground offensive, and a siege, were launched in response to a cross-border attack by Hamas two months ago. The Israeli death toll from the Hamas attack is reported to be 1,200.

via Anadolu Agency | English|

#conflict #gaza #hamas