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Newborn in Israel contracts herpes after Brit Milah, sparks alarm
short by / on Wednesday, 18 March, 2026
A two-week-old baby in Israel was hospitalized with a severe herpes infection after a brit milah ritual involving oral suction. Doctors warn neonatal herpes can be life-threatening, especially if it spreads to the brain. The case has raised concerns over safety practices, with experts urging stricter guidelines and safer alternatives to prevent infection risks in newborns.
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