"Measles Outbreak in Israel Prompts Urgent Vaccination Appeal"

The Health Ministry in Israel has reported 18 cases of measles in the past three months, with the majority of those affected not being fully vaccinated. The ministry is urging travelers to ensure they have received two doses of the measles vaccine before going abroad. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications, particularly in young children and individuals with weakened immune systems. The ministry recommends routine vaccination for children at the age of one and again at age six, and also provides guidelines for vaccination of adults.