Ministry Of Health

Israel's Ministry of Health halted a specific hospital-only batch of Similac baby formula as a precaution after an isolated complaint, with no adverse health reports.

The Ministry of Health has banned swimming in several northern streams following high bacterial pollution levels detected in water samples.

The Histadrut, ministries, and Morad workers signed an agreement granting 12,000 NIS bonuses and better terms, successfully cutting medical driving test wait times from 18 to 4 months.

A $2.5 million lawsuit claims over-the-counter minoxidil caused severe physical and psychological damage, including permanent disability, to a young athlete. The legal action targets manufacturers Therima and Perrigo, and the Ministry of Health.

Tevel Spices and Food Ltd. recalled ground black pepper under the Ta'amiti Gal brand due to high aflatoxin levels detected by the Ministry of Health, urging consumers to halt use.

Clalit Health Services is offering up to 125 shekels in subsidies for children's extracurricular activities in Kiryat Ekron, raising regulatory questions.

The Ministry of Health issued an urgent rabies warning for the Western Galilee after discovering a rabid dog near Shefa-Amr, urging anyone exposed since late August to seek immediate medical treatment.

Clalit and the Ministry of Health are locked in a Supreme Court battle over confidential testimonies compiled by an investigative committee examining governance flaws at the healthcare provider.

Israeli northern streams face recurring bacterial contamination and pollution alerts during the summer, highlighting ongoing environmental management challenges and risks for hikers.

A four-year-old child from Holon is hospitalized in stable condition at Wolfson Medical Center with a severe invasive meningococcal infection, highlighting ongoing debates over vaccine funding.

The Ministry of Health ordered Karmiel residents to boil tap water before drinking or cooking following abnormal sampling results. The restriction remains in effect until further notice.

The Israeli Ministry of Health warns against using the unauthorized weight-loss product G-Slim, which contains dangerous levels of the banned substance Sibutramine.

Japan's centenarian population has surpassed 100,000 for the first time, highlighting extreme demographic aging that poses severe challenges to the nation's economy and workforce.

The Ministry of Health urges high-risk populations to get vaccinated early for the winter season, as hospitals and HMOs prepare for a respiratory illness surge.

An Assuta Ramat HaHayil patient facing a potential sperm donor genetic mismatch refuses further testing. The medical center seeks Ministry of Health guidance.

The Israeli Ministry of Health announced that tests for Ebola returned negative for a traveler returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, ending a brief health scare.

The Israeli Ministry of Health conducted its first operational exercise to test medical readiness for extreme weather, including 'Super El Niño' and climate impacts.

Diplomat Distributors is recalling two 7Days Bake Rolls snacks in Israel after unlabelled fava bean flour was detected, prompting warnings for consumers with allergies.

The Ministry of Health has issued a recall for two Shakedia brand fruit preserves due to consumer complaints about unusual odors and textures. Customers are urged to avoid consumption.

A Netanya court ordered a zimmer complex and Phoenix insurance to pay 350,000 NIS to a man who suffered severe neck injuries after diving into a shallow pool in 2019.

The Ministry of Health reported a malfunction in Gemidor BRCA1 genetic screening kits, risking 100 false negative results out of 90,000 tests. Affected individuals will be proactively contacted for re-testing.

The Israeli Ministry of Health is advancing regulations to mandate adding iodine to household table salt within two years, addressing severe deficiencies found in 60% of children and 85% of pregnant women.

The Fadlon Group has won two major Ministry of Health tenders to expand Shamir and Sheba medical centers in projects valued at hundreds of millions of shekels.

The Sea of Galilee Crossing has been postponed from September 19 to November 14, 2026, following Ministry of Health guidelines. Purchased tickets remain valid, and full refunds are available.

The Ministry of Health has closed Kiryat Haim beach in Haifa due to abnormal microbial contamination. Environmental group Zalul reports 71 beach closures this season, citing severe infrastructure neglect.

A 20-year-old Israeli man has been hospitalized with a severe microsporidium eye infection after swimming in the Sea of Galilee, prompting urgent health warnings.

Israel unveiled its official wine region map, dividing the country into 8 zones and 18 subregions. Led by the Ministries of Agriculture and Health, the initiative standardizes grape origins and boosts consumer transparency.

A Ministry of Health report reveals Israeli home hospitalizations grew from 136 in 2018 to 38,000 in 2024, replacing 12% of internal medicine ward stays. However, severe funding uncertainty and geographic disparities persist.

Israel's Ministry of Health reports a 280-fold surge in acute home hospitalizations, rising from 136 in 2018 to 38,000 in 2024. The service now handles 10% of internal medicine cases, backed by a 220 million shekel budget.

A 9-year-old boy is in serious condition at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa after contracting the rare Naegleria fowleri amoeba. The Ministry of Health reported that the boy, who is on a ventilator, swam at Kursi Beach on the Sea of Galilee prior to hospitalization.

A 9-year-old boy is in intensive care at Rambam Hospital after contracting the rare Naegleria Fowleri amoeba. Health officials linked the infection to swimming at Sea of Galilee's Kursi Beach.

The Ministry of Health has recommended temporarily halting fishing in the area where treatment against algae proliferation was carried out near desalination plants in the Mediterranean Sea, due to uncertainty regarding the identity of the algae and the effects of the treatment. The ministry emphasizes: there is no proven danger, there is no impediment to consuming fish currently on the market, and...

Lital Barkan purchased a package of chicken fillet at a Rami Levy branch for a family meal, only to discover an insect embedded inside the meat. The supermarket chain referred her to the A-T Group slaughterhouse, which denied responsibility. The Ministry of Health has launched an investigation into the incident.

Exceptionally abnormal test results received this morning led to an immediate swimming ban at Beit Yanai beach, amid concerns over pollution also discovered in many streams across the country.

Following severe pollution discovered in water tests in the north of the country, the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection are warning against entering several particularly popular tourist sites due to an immediate health risk.

Following concerns regarding a potential genetic mismatch of a sperm donor at the Assuta medical center, the facility announced that no errors were found in its records. Assuta has proposed that the Ministry of Health conduct genetic testing on remaining samples to provide an additional layer of verification.

A call for applications for the training of "practical engineers in the healthcare system" is sparking opposition among speech therapists. The association claims that instead of "therapy assistants" with limited authority, a 2,000-hour program is being created that could blur professional boundaries: "Devastating consequences for the quality of care."

Oncologists have ranked the preferred treatments for the 2027 health basket, including drugs for bladder, stomach, and breast cancer, and a treatment that may eliminate the need for surgery and radiation in rectal cancer. Experts warn: the gap between treatments in public medicine and those available through private insurance is deepening.

The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection reported mosquitoes carrying the virus in Ramat HaSharon and the regional councils of Emek Hefer, Lev HaSharon, and Eilot, joining a series of hotspots identified in recent weeks across the country. Since the beginning of the season, 20 patients have been diagnosed, one of whom died and another remains hospitalized. The Ministry...

A patient who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been placed in isolation at Ichilov Hospital after reporting symptoms. Laboratory tests are currently underway.

The Ministry of Health announced that several reports have been received stating that Dr. Michael Yanko, whose medical license was suspended for 15 years, continues to provide mental health consultations, including opinions for children and adolescents. The Ministry clarifies: "All opinions, certificates, and diagnoses provided by him are invalid."

A jackal infected with rabies was discovered in the north of the country, and as a result, several people were sent for rapid preventive treatment. The ministry is now appealing to the public and asking anyone who was in the area to undergo an immediate examination.

Recent inquiries have revealed that Dr. Michael Yanko continues to provide medical opinions, including for children, even though his license was suspended for 15 years following a conviction for obtaining by deception.

Gad Dairies has announced a voluntary recall of Camembert cheese after testing by the French manufacturer identified the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers are advised not to consume products from the affected batch.

Gad Dairies has announced a recall of its Camembert product after a test conducted by the French manufacturer detected the Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. The public is requested not to consume the product.

After leading the national rehabilitation system through unprecedented challenges, the senior director is leaving the Ministry of Health to return to manage the medical center where he began his professional career.

After a tense week in which the city's beaches were closed due to microbial contamination, the Ministry of Health announces that normal results have been received for Bat Galim beach. Now, all beaches in Haifa are open again to the general public.

Following the detection of a rabid dog in Givat Ze'ev, the Ministry of Health is urging anyone who had contact with the animal between August 15 and August 26, 2026, to seek immediate medical advice.

Following the closure of Haifa's beaches earlier this week, the Ministry of Health and the Haifa Municipality announce that the Naot beach in Kiryat Haim has reopened for swimming following normal sampling results. The swimming ban at Bat Galim remains in effect.

The Jerusalem District Court dismissed the appeal against the decision to suspend Dr. Benny Schechter's license for only seven years, ruling that the organizations had no standing to appeal. Women's organizations announced they will petition the High Court of Justice.