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Breakthrough CMV vaccine offers hope to pregnant women

The vaccine, known as mRNA-1647, utilizes the same technology as Moderna's COVID-19 vaccines.

By DR. ITAI GAL
04/02/2024

JN.1: What is the new COVID variant in Israel? - explainer

Israel has detected a new variant of COVID-19 known as JN.1, which has already affected around 200 people in the country. What should you know about it?

Hundreds of Israelis contract new COVID sub-variant JN.1

The Health Ministry confirmed the report, adding that Israel has seen a small rise in morbidity rates...around 200 cases of the sub-variant were recorded in Israel."

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

Could getting a flu shot reduce your chances of having a heart attack? New study

Meta-analysis shows flu vaccine lowers heart attack risk by 26% and reduces cardiovascular disease mortality by 33%.

By DORON KOOPERSTEIN/WALLA!
11/12/2023

Seeing is believing: How observing sickness triggers biological defense mechanisms - study

This raises questions about the interconnectedness of people within a social group and how the perception of sickness can influence the health and behavior of others.

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‘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. 

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New, temperature-controlled needle can prevent injuries, disease - report

An intravenous needle that irreversibly softens via body temperature on insertion​ can prevent unintended, infectious needlestick injuries and risky reuse.

More measles cases diagnosed in Tel Aviv

If symptoms of fever and headache appear followed a few days later by a rash, you should contact your doctor.

Health Ministry invited public to get new Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

The newly adapted vaccine called mRNA-1273.214 showed much more protection against infection with all variants tested.

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