The Health Ministry reports that 62 measles cases have been diagnosed in Israel since April 20.
The source of infection for some of the patients is unknown, but most of the patients were unvaccinated.
Currently, half of the patients who were diagnosed have recovered.
The ministry also says that one measles patient might have exposed the public to the infection. The patient was in the Ben Gurion Airport Reception Hall between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on May 22, and in Shake Shack Restaurant, Cinema City Rishon Lezion, between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on May 24. The ministry urges people who were in these places to make sure that they are vaccinated against measles.
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease characterized by fever, general malaise, runny nose, and rash. It can cause serious and even life-threatening complications.
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