Vaccinations

What you should know about measles, spreading like wildfire

There is a measles outbreak in Israel among unvaccinated individuals. A family doctor tells us about prevention, symptoms, and treatment of the disease.

By DR. AMIR AMASHE
06/02/2024

Amidst reduced vaccinations, Israel sees a surge in flu and COVID cases

Hospitals are now treating hundreds of infants and elderly with severe pneumonia.

By DR. ITAI GAL
03/01/2024

Flu viruses may be combated with new antibody, study finds

The findings, published in the open-access journal PLOS Biology on Thursday, mark a significant step toward the development of more universally protective flu vaccines.

How do you protect yourself from winter illnesses?

Israeli professor shares insights on the prevalence of winter illnesses and emphasizes the importance of vaccinations and preventive measures.

By STAV NAMER
17/12/2023

How effective is the flu vaccine in preventing the disease?

Studies conducted in the UK, where children are routinely vaccinated against the virus, have shown a 94% drop in children's clinic visits, with positive effects on adult health.

By WALLA!
10/12/2023
vaccination against the flu

‘Tired’ of getting vaccinated, Israelis are reluctant to get flu shots

Israelis are apparently 'tired' of shots after having to get so many COVID-19 shots and are not sufficiently aware of the risks of not being protected. 

 Rami Zerneger for Clalit Healthcare Services

Israelis tired of rolling up sleeves are rejecting new needed COVID-19, Flu vaccines

With a new Covid variant and Jewish High Holidays around the corner, Israelis are being reminded to head for their annual vaccinations.

Americans hesistant to vaccinate dogs due to COVID jabs, study finds

About 37% of dog owners also believe that the shots could cause their dogs to develop autism, even though there is absolutely no scientific data that validates this risk for either animals or humans.

American scientists develop new storage method for life-saving materials

A breakthrough in solid-state storage of biological materials has potential applications in healthcare and research.

Whooping cough outbreak in ultra-Orthodox Israeli population requires urgent vaccinations

More than 225 cases of whooping cough have been reported since the beginning of this year, 13 times more than during the same period last year.

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