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Doctor warns: flu season nears in Israel—don’t gamble, vaccinate kids

Data from the southern hemisphere show an early and possibly severe flu season likely to reach Israel soon; doctors urge vaccinations for all ages as flu, RSV and COVID-19 spread, with rising hospitalizations among infants

Or Hadar, Sharon Kidon | 10.22.25

Trump administration to link covid shots to child deaths, alarming scientists

Trump officials plan to cite unverified reports tying COVID-19 vaccines to 25 child deaths at a CDC advisory meeting, alarming scientists who warn the shots are safe and protect against severe illness

Ynet Global | 09.12.25

Vaccines save lives: Why vaccination is a personal and public responsibility

Amid a measles outbreak in Jerusalem, health experts stress that vaccines protect not only individuals but entire communities; immunization prevents serious diseases, supports herd immunity and is a vital act of social responsibility

Dr. Ramit Maoz Segal | 08.21.25

New COVID variants spark global concern as Israel’s vaccination rates plummet

Despite new variants driving hospitalizations, fewer than 1% of Israelis got vaccinated this year—among the lowest rates worldwide; health experts warn that seniors and high-risk groups face preventable severe illness and death

Tzur Gueta | 08.18.25

Israel sees rise in COVID-19 cases amid low vaccination rates

Authorities report a 30% increase in cases over a week, prompting health experts to warn of worsening outcomes and inadequate monitoring; patients report high temperature, severe pain and fatigue

Or Hadar, Alexandra Lukash | 08.07.25

CDC expert quits over RFK Jr.’s vaccine rollback: 'Can no longer help the most vulnerable'

The abrupt resignation of Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos follows a controversial directive removing key COVID-19 vaccines from official recommendations; Critics say this undermines medical consensus, leaving vulnerable populations—especially children and pregnant women—without protection or support

Daniel Edelson, New York | 06.04.25

Global COVID vaccine study cut short by Trump administration

Global Vaccine Data Network’s comprehensive COVID-19 vaccine safety study is abruptly terminated due to Trump-era budget cuts, leaving experts worried

Tzur Gueta | 04.24.25

Israeli man faces 40 years in US prison for COVID relief fraud

Daniel Dadon admits to forging documents to steal millions from Paycheck Protection Program, with prosecutors saying he laundered funds through multiple companies and accounts abroad; sentencing set for August 13 in New Jersey federal court

Daniel Edelson, New York | 04.17.25

El Al cleared to resume dividend payments early after record profit year

Dividend ban imposed during COVID-19 pandemic, when Israeli government provided financial assistance to help airline survive global travel collapse; new push to resume dividends comes after profits bolstered in part by increased wartime demand

Navit Zomer | 04.14.25

Massive data breach: Israelis' COVID records, other information on sale for $1 million

A group claiming antisemitic motives is selling a database of 500,000 Israeli COVID-19 vaccination records for $1 million obtained from hackers; With cyberattacks on Israel surging during war, security breaches expose vulnerabilities in sensitive platforms and personal information

Raphael Kahan | 03.10.25

People queue for COVID-19 tests in front of a laboratory in Paris amid the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in France

Five years on, the economic impact of COVID-19 lingers

Global debt remains high, inflation reshaped economies and labor markets continue shifting; Travel rebounds, but office vacancies stay high; Digital trends endure, with Bitcoin up 1,233% since 2019 as investors seek stability amid market volatility

Reuters | 03.08.25

Why are some people perpetually sick during winter? Experts explain

Winter illnesses are on the rise, with many suffering from repeated infections; experts share the causes behind this phenomenon and offer tips to break the cycle, focusing on hygiene, vaccinations, nutrition and other preventive measures

Tzur Gueta | 01.13.25

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Waiting for Trump and playing dumb: China responds to COVID probe

As WHO prepares for President-elect Donald Trump's decision on US membership, it calls on China to share more information about the origins of COVID; Beijing claims shared all available information

Tzur Gueta | 12.31.24

Winter woes: Is it COVID-19, the flu, a common cold or RSV? Here's how to tell

Runny nose, cough and fever? Winter brings a wave of viral illnesses with similar symptoms but varying degrees of severity; what are the key differences, when should you consult a doctor and what should you know about vaccines and treatments? Here's a seasonal illness guide

Tzur Gueta | 12.31.24

Everything you need to know about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

RSV is increasingly affecting the elderly, causing severe illness similar to the flu and COVID-19; With no effective treatment available, vaccination offers the best prevention against complications and hospitalizations

Prof. Yasmin Maor | 10.09.24

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