Ministry of Health: Two Israelis hospitalized in isolation over suspected Ebola infection
The Ministry of Health announced today (Sunday) that two people have been hospitalized in isolation at a hospital in Israel. The two recently returned from a visit to the country of Congo in Africa, and following the appearance of symptoms, a suspicion arose that they had contracted the dangerous Ebola virus.
Upon their arrival in Israel, the two were transferred for comprehensive medical examinations under strict isolation protocols. The Ministry of Health is working in cooperation with hospitals to ensure that the patients receive appropriate care and that there is no danger to the general public. Medical officials emphasize that at this stage, it is only a suspicion, and laboratory tests are still ongoing.
The Ebola virus is considered a severe and highly contagious disease, and it is prevalent mainly in certain regions of the African continent. The Ministry of Health instructs Israelis traveling to these countries to adhere to hygiene rules and follow the Ministry's guidelines regarding infectious diseases. In the event of the appearance of symptoms after returning from abroad, one should immediately contact a medical center and report the destination the patient visited.
The results of the tests for the two hospitalized individuals are expected to be received in the coming days. The Ministry of Health promises to continue updating the public on any new developments regarding the matter, and calls on citizens to remain calm and follow only official instructions.