Israel reports 481 new measles cases, bringing total to 1,251

JERUSALEM, Sept. 15 (Xinhua) -- Israel's Health Ministry on Monday reported 481 new measles cases, bringing the total to 1,251 since the outbreak started in early April.

The ministry estimates that between 2,250 and 3,950 people may have been infected, based on high hospitalization rates and reports from the community. Currently, 29 patients are still hospitalized, most of them under the age of six. Five are in intensive care, including one receiving ECMO support.