West Nile Fever

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...

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.

Mosquitoes carrying the virus have been detected in several locations across Israel. The Ministry of Health reports 13 cases this season and one death. Authorities are urging the public to eliminate standing water and increase pest control measures.

The Ministry of Health reported on Thursday the first death from West Nile fever this season, with ten total cases diagnosed across Israel. The victim, a man in his 70s, was hospitalized in mid-July due to complications from the virus.

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.

The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection have identified the first mosquitoes of the year carrying the West Nile virus in the Tamar Regional Council. Authorities are intensifying monitoring and pest control, urging the public to eliminate standing water and take protective measures.