(Vax-Before-Travel News)
Israel’s Ministry of Health today reported that another unvaccinated toddler has died from measles. This is the fifth death since the outbreak began this year, three of which occurred in the past week.
On September 25, 2025, the Ministry’s press release confirmed that 21 measles cases were hospitalized, most of them children who had not been vaccinated. Of these, six children are in intensive care.
Additionally, the Ministry recommends an additional dose for infants in outbreak zones or before traveling to areas affected by the outbreak.
Areas currently defined as outbreak zones: Jerusalem, Beit Shemesh, Bnei Brak, Harish, Modi’in Illit, Nof HaGalil, Kiryat Gat, and Ashdod.
In these zones, you can visit family health centers (Tipat Halav), HMOs, and special measles vaccination stations. No appointment is needed.
In addition to measles, Israel is confronting the spread of poliovirus in 2025.
The U.S. CDC’s Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions, Global Polio Travel Health Advisory issued on August 4, 2025, included Israel.
The CDC warns international travelers to Israel are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus and has published updated recommendations for polio vaccinations for children and adults, which should be administered before traveling abroad.
The CDC also recommends various routine and travel vaccines before visiting Israel in 2025. These vaccines are offered in the U.S. at travel clinics and pharmacies.