Israel’s Ministry of Health announced Sunday that a six-year-old boy who had not been vaccinated died overnight after contracting measles, underscoring renewed concerns about the dangers of the highly contagious disease.

According to the ministry, the child was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Medical teams attempted life-saving measures, but despite their efforts, doctors were forced to declare him dead.

Health officials further reported that of the 15 additional measles-related deaths recorded, the majority involved otherwise healthy babies and children who had no underlying medical issues and had not received the measles vaccine.

The ministry stressed the urgent need for parents to ensure their children are vaccinated and warned that anyone experiencing symptoms or suspecting exposure should seek medical care without delay. Prompt treatment, officials said, can be lifesaving.

{Matzav.com}