The Jerusalem Post reports that the Health Ministry expressed 'very concerned' over an 'alarming increase' in rabies among wild animals, including jackals in Tel Aviv and wild boars in Haifa. The ministry advises the public to avoid contact with wild animals.
The Jerusalem Post reports that the Health Ministry has warned of an 'alarming increase' in rabies cases among wild animals, noting that jackals in Tel Aviv and wild boars in Haifa are among the animals reaching urban areas. The ministry urged the public to avoid contact with wild animals.
The Zioneer has previously reported on a rabid wolf in Kiryat Shmona (June 24), a rabid badger near Ayelet HaShahar (July 21), and broader warnings about wild boars and jackals becoming bolder in urban areas.
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