Latest updates of restrictions

26 September 23

Guidelines from the Ministry of Health Regarding the Use of the Vaccine Against the New COVID-19 Strains

Everybody should get the vaccine, especially persons with weakened immune systems.
26 September 23

COVID-19 Press Releases

Database of all press releases concerning COVID-19
13 September 23

As a result of the increase in morbidity, the Ministry of Health recommends that people at risk group wear a mask in closed places with many people

It is also recommended to wear a mask when meeting people who are at risk groups.
04 September 23

In reaction to recent media posts and press releases, the Ministry of Health reiterates that no changes to public health guidelines have been made

The Ministry continues to track COVID-19 infection rate and will revise guidelines, if necessary.
19 June 23

The Ministry of Health Updates That Starting from the Beginning of July, Institutional Antigen Tests will no Longer Be Funded by the State Through the Ministry of Health

The HMOs will administer COVID-19 tests to their insured members according to their medical judgement
15 May 23

The Mandatory of Isolation for Confirmed COVID Cases Will Be Canceled at Midnight

Starting Monday 15.5.2023 at midnight (between Monday and Tuesday), the Mandatory of isolation for confirmed COVID cases will be canceled.
15 February 23

Canceling the Mandatory of Wearing a Mask in Medical and Health Institutions, and in Social Services Facilities, as Well as the Mandatory of Performing a COVID Test Before Visiting Nursing Homes and Social Services Facilities

Starting from February 16th 2023 at midnight (between Wednesday and Thursday), the mandatory to wear a mask in medical institutions, health institutions, nursing homes and social services facilities, is canceled. In addition, the mandatory to perform a COVID test before visiting nursing homes and social services facilities is canceled.
18 January 23

Starting from Wednesday (18.1.23) PCR tests can be taken only at HMOs and Ben Gurion Airport

Information on the HMOs location and hours of operation can be found on the website of each HMO, as well as at the service centers of HMOs and on the website of the Ministry of Health.