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Thursday, February 6, 2025
From the Liveblog of
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Five toddlers diagnosed with tuberculosis in Rehovot
Reporter at The Times of Israel
The Health Ministry says that five toddlers in Rehovot have been diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis, likely contracted from an employee at their nursery.
The children and the employee are in good condition. An epidemiological investigation shows that the infected employee was the source of transmission.
The ministry says that it immediately took steps to inform parents about necessary precautions and medical protocols.
Health officials emphasize that the risk of tuberculosis transmission from toddlers is relatively low because the coughing mechanism in young children is not sufficiently developed to spread the bacteria.
Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation and will keep parents informed.
