We request that anyone who was in contact, or whose animals were in contact, in the event area with the infected animal or a stray animal, between the dates 10.12.2025 and 31.12.2025 inclusive, to urgently contact the Safed Health Bureau, telephone 04-6994257, 04-6994200, or the Health Bureau closest to their place of residence in order to consider preventive treatment. 
After working hours and during the weekend, please go to the emergency room at the hospital.

The ministry of Health requests:

• Parents of children – check with their children if they were in contact with suspected animals and contact the Health Bureau urgently.
• Pet owners – contact the municipal veterinarian to verify their vaccination status.
• Pass on the information about the event to travelers and vacationers in the area and in nearby settlements.

The ministry of Health reminds again that anyone bitten or scratched by an animal should immediately wash the area with running water and soap, disinfect with antiseptic materials, and go to the Health Bureau to check if preventive treatment against Rabies is necessary. 

Health Ministry

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