Health Ministry
Dozens of cardiologists may have skipped internal medicine training, falsified records - report
According to a Channel 13 report, the committee was formed after a resident doctor at the center alleged that residency logs had been falsified so cardiology residents could skip the training.
Israel imports record foreign workforce to replace Palestinians, but housing crisis looms
Health Min. reviews possible sperm donor genetic mismatch at Assuta Medical Center, Tel Aviv
Patient held in isolation in Soroka Hospital tests negative for Ebola after returning from DRC
Health Ministry director-general denounces 'racist discourse' around Rambam Medical Center
In response to complaints from the family of a wounded soldier about staff conduct, Bar Siman Tov said the complaints were reviewed "professionally and objectively" by the hospital director.
Golda ice cream chain faces NIS 350 million lawsuit over falsely labeled sugar-free options
The court concluded that sufficient grounds existed to allege financial damage, with the amount to be determined at a later date following further proceedings.
Elderly man dies from West Nile Virus as infected mosquitoes are found in central Israel
The patient developed symptoms in July and was hospitalized due to complications from the disease. As of Thursday, three other patients remain hospitalized in good condition.
Israel urges mosquito control after West Nile virus detected in South
The Health Ministry and Environmental Protection Ministry urged the public to report mosquito hazards or sources of standing water in public areas to their local authority’s 106 hotline.
Rabies cases tripled over past years as wild animals move into urban areas, Health Ministry says
The ministry is “very concerned” over rabies, which has shown an “alarming increase” in wild animals, some of whom are reaching urban areas, including jackals in Tel Aviv and wild boars in Haifa.
Health Ministry announces restaurant sector reform, eases requirements
The reform dramatically reduces minimum space requirements, allowing existing restaurants to add more tables by repurposing operational space previously required under the regulations.
Tel Aviv resident diagnosed with West Nile fever, first case in summer 2026, Health Ministry says
The Health Ministry confirmed Israel’s first West Nile fever case of 2026, while officials said the location where the Tel Aviv resident was infected remains unconfirmed.
Illegal tahini imported from abroad may contain Salmonella, Health Ministry warns
Evidence of Salmonella was found in two Algimal Tahini products during a Health Ministry investigation: a 1-kilogram container produced in March and a 500-gram container produced in April.
Hospitals, clinics and family health centers: Nursing staff declare labor dispute
The Israeli Nurses Union has declared a labor dispute. The background: Claims of a low caregiver–to–patient ratio, cutbacks preventing manpower recruitment, and a severe shortage of hospital beds.
Government approves initiative to streamline licensing for psychologists who make aliyah
The proposal, put forth by the Minister of Aliyah and Integration and the Health Minister, aims to broaden recognition of foreign academic degrees while maintaining Israel’s licensing standards.
