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Israel Health Ministry Issues Urgent Rabies Alert After Jackal Attack
The Israeli Ministry of Health has issued an urgent public alert following the confirmation of a rabid jackal in the northern community of Tayibe al-Zu'abiya. Authorities have already directed preventive care for two exposed individuals while an epidemiological investigation remains active. Citizens who visited the area or nearby settlements between October 8 and October 22, 2026, and suspect any contact with stray animals or the infected jackal, are instructed to seek immediate medical evaluation. The public health response includes specific guidelines for parents, pet owners, and anyone suffering animal scratches or bites.