Health Ministry

Israel's Ministry of Health is testing a traveler from the Democratic Republic of Congo for suspected Ebola. Officials stress no confirmed cases exist.

The Ministry of Health reported a suspected case of Ebola in an individual who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The patient is isolated at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital, and health authorities await lab results.

Walla has learned that the "institutional nurse" model will launch this coming September, with nurses being stationed in ten elementary schools. As part of their role, they will provide medical response to students with special needs, perform first aid, and lead health promotion programs throughout the school.

Laboratory tests have confirmed that mosquitoes carrying the West Nile fever virus were captured near the airport and in other central cities. The number of confirmed cases in Israel has risen to 17.

It is impossible to manufacture an organ in a factory, purchase it with money, or import it from abroad. Life is granted only thanks to people who choose to give it to others.

After laboratory tests found that the dubious product contains a prohibited medicinal substance, the director of the Ministry's Enforcement and Inspection Division revealed that hospitalizations following its use have already been reported in Israel. 'It is a dangerous substance,' he warns, explaining that severe side effects can appear as early as the first use.

Following reports of six cases last week, Israel has confirmed its first death from West Nile fever this year. Health experts urge continued vigilance throughout the summer months.