Measles Outbreak: Ministry of Health Guidance Update
Measles Outbreak: Ministry of Health Guidance Update
- The second dose of the MMRV vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox) has been moved up. Starting July 1, 2026, children born on or after January 1, 2025, will receive the second dose at the family care center (Tipat Halav) at 18 months of age (instead of in first grade).
- People who live in communities with an active measles outbreak, plan to visit or meet residents from these communities, or are planning international travel, are advised to vaccinate infants ages 6–11 months with an additional earlier measles vaccine dose. It is also recommended to advance the second vaccine dose for adults and children aged 1 year or older who have received only one dose.
Immunization Schedule by Age
Hepatitis B is a prevalent liver disease in infants, often asymptomatic. Hepatitis B vaccination reduces infection by 90% and saves lives.
The RSV virus causes respiratory illnesses. Most babies will get the RSV vaccine in the hospital right after they’re born. Babies born between April 1 and July 31 will be vaccinated at the family health center, along with their regular shots. Babies at higher risk will receive an extra dose during the second RSV season of their life.
Hepatitis B is a prevalent liver disease in infants, often asymptomatic. Hepatitis B vaccination reduces infection by 90% and saves lives.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given. Read more:
The rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be particularly dangerous for infants aged six months to two years.
This vaccine protects against the pneumococcus bacteria, which cause meningitis, blood infections (sepsis), pneumonia, and ear infections.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given. Read more:
The rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be particularly dangerous for infants aged six months to two years.
This vaccine protects against the pneumococcus bacteria, which cause meningitis, blood infections (sepsis), pneumonia, and ear infections.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given. Read more:
The rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be particularly dangerous for infants aged six months to two years.
After completing this vaccination, the child will be protected against hepatitis B. This is the third dose in the hepatitis B vaccine series.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given.
This vaccine protects against the pneumococcus bacteria, which cause meningitis, blood infections (sepsis), pneumonia, and ear infections.
The 4 in 1 vaccine protects from four diseases: measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox. Read more:
Hepatitis A is an inflammation caused by a virus. In severe and rare cases, it can lead to acute liver failure and necessitate a liver transplant.
Hepatitis A is an inflammation caused by a virus. In severe and rare cases, it can lead to acute liver failure and necessitate a liver transplant.
The 4 in 1 vaccine protects from four diseases: measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox. Read more:
In second grade, students are given a vaccine that protects from 4 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio. Read more:
It is recommended to get the vaccine every year before the winter, ideally in September-November.
It is recommended to get the vaccine every year before the winter, ideally in September-November.
It is recommended to get the vaccine every year before the winter, ideally in September-November.
In the 8th grade, students are given a vaccine for 3 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. Read more:
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine protects against the virus strains that can cause cervical cancer and other severe illnesses. Its effectiveness is higher when administered at a young age, emphasizing the importance of timely vaccination.
Hepatitis B is a prevalent liver disease in infants, often asymptomatic. Hepatitis B vaccination reduces infection by 90% and saves lives.
The RSV virus causes respiratory illnesses. Most babies will get the RSV vaccine in the hospital right after they’re born. Babies born between April 1 and July 31 will be vaccinated at the family health center, along with their regular shots. Babies at higher risk will receive an extra dose during the second RSV season of their life.
Hepatitis B is a prevalent liver disease in infants, often asymptomatic. Hepatitis B vaccination reduces infection by 90% and saves lives.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given. Read more:
The rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be particularly dangerous for infants aged six months to two years.
This vaccine protects against the pneumococcus bacteria, which cause meningitis, blood infections (sepsis), pneumonia, and ear infections.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given. Read more:
The rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be particularly dangerous for infants aged six months to two years.
This vaccine protects against the pneumococcus bacteria, which cause meningitis, blood infections (sepsis), pneumonia, and ear infections.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given. Read more:
The rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be particularly dangerous for infants aged six months to two years.
After completing this vaccination, the child will be protected against hepatitis B. This is the third dose in the hepatitis B vaccine series.
It is important that babies and children get the 5 in 1 vaccine, which protects them from 5 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, polio (inactivated vaccine) and haemophiles influenza B. Administered at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age. In the 2nd grade, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio (inactivated vaccine) vaccines are given. In the 8th grade, diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines are given.
This vaccine protects against the pneumococcus bacteria, which cause meningitis, blood infections (sepsis), pneumonia, and ear infections.
The 4 in 1 vaccine protects from four diseases: measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox. Read more:
Hepatitis A is an inflammation caused by a virus. In severe and rare cases, it can lead to acute liver failure and necessitate a liver transplant.
The MMR-V vaccine can prevent four diseases: measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox). For further reading:
Hepatitis A is an inflammation caused by a virus. In severe and rare cases, it can lead to acute liver failure and necessitate a liver transplant.
In second grade, students are given a vaccine that protects from 4 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and polio. Read more:
It is recommended to get the vaccine every year before the winter, ideally in September-November.
It is recommended to get the vaccine every year before the winter, ideally in September-November.
It is recommended to get the vaccine every year before the winter, ideally in September-November.
In the 8th grade, students are given a vaccine for 3 diseases that can cause serious damage and even death: diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. Read more:
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine protects against the virus strains that can cause cervical cancer and other severe illnesses. Its effectiveness is higher when administered at a young age, emphasizing the importance of timely vaccination.
The Importance of Staying Up to Date on Vaccines
The Importance of Staying Up to Date on Vaccines
To protect babies and children from contagious diseases, some of which can be serious, it’s important to vaccinate on schedule. Getting vaccinated on time helps keep your child protected and reduces the risk of exposure during a period when they don’t yet have immunity.