Two Israeli Doctors Contract Measles After Treating Unvaccinated Child

Two vaccinated doctors at Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv contracted measles after treating an unvaccinated child with the disease, an unusual occurrence currently under investigation by the Health Ministry and the hospital. Both doctors have mild symptoms and are in isolation until the infectious period ends, with no further medical staff infections detected. The Health Ministry emphasizes the importance of vaccination, noting that measles is preventable with a safe and effective vaccine, and urges the public to get vaccinated amid an ongoing outbreak. Since April, the outbreak has resulted in approximately 1,880 diagnosed cases and eight deaths, primarily affecting unvaccinated children under the age of three. Hospitalizations have been significant, with the majority of patients being unvaccinated children, and health officials warn that many cases may be underdiagnosed. The situation remains under close epidemiological review as authorities continue efforts to contain the outbreak.