Israeli health officials report two more children from the Sharon area contracted West Nile fever, following four previous hospitalizations. Both were treated and discharged in good condition.
01 · THE DISPATCH
Two more children from the Sharon region have been diagnosed with West Nile fever, the Health Ministry reported Wednesday. The cases follow four earlier hospitalizations in the area. Both children were treated and released in stable condition. Health officials are monitoring the situation; no additional restrictions have been announced.
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