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Measles
Everything you need to know about measles: The symptoms, complications and dangers, treatment, preventive vaccine, the increase in morbidity in Israel – and also who should get vaccinated and where.
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Parents and Parenting
- 25 Jun 2026
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Influenza
Influenza is an infectious disease of the respiratory tract that can be dangerous particularly for infants and children under the age of 5. It is important that parents be familiar with the warning signs and preventive measures.
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Parents and Parenting
- 17 Nov 2025
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Viral Diseases
Most viral diseases in children disappear on their own without any special treatment. At the same time, prevention is important.
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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Common Cold
common cold
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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Covid-19 in Children
COVID-19 in children is usually a mild viral disease but complications may occur due to the presence of an underlying disease. In addition, when children are involved, it is important to notice post-COVID-19 symptoms.
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
The RSV virus causes serious respiratory illnesses in infants. To protect all infants, including preterm babies, a new vaccine has been added to the immunization schedule, ensuring they receive early protection against the disease.
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Parents and Parenting
- 03 Mar 2026
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Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B is a prevalent liver disease in infants, often asymptomatic. Hepatitis B vaccination reduces infection by 90% and saves lives.
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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Pneumococcal Vaccine (Prevenar 20)
Vaccination for pneumococcus is crucial for infants and children. These bacteria cause infectious diseases and contribute to 60% of bacterial meningitis cases, which can be fatal.
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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Hepatitis A Vaccine
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.
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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Meningococcal B Vaccine (Bexsero)
A meningococcus B bacterial infection may cause meningitis, which is a lethal contagious disease, sepsis and other infections. The vaccine is recommended and is provided at HMOs.
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Parents and Parenting
- 21 Oct 2025
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