Israel continues to monitor and prepare for Ebola
Israel's Ministry of Health is increasing preparedness for Ebola, despite no current cases in the country. The government is considering temporary travel restrictions for individuals arriving from several African nations to mitigate risk.
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Robert Herriman Jun 10, 2026 Share The Israel Ministry of Health says there are no known cases of Ebola in Israel, and the risk to the public in Israel, as in other Western countries, remains low. However, due to the severity of the disease, the high mortality rate, and the complexity involved in treating suspected or confirmed cases, the Ministry of Health is working to reduce the risk of the virus reaching Israel and to ensure optimal preparedness of the health system for any possible scenario.
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