Japanese Encephalitis (JE)
Japanese encephalitis (JE) is a viral infection spread by the Culex mosquito throughout greater Asia.
- Symptoms are usually absent although there may be reduced consciousness or fitting.
- 25% of people who contract the disease will die and up to 30% retain some neurological or psychiatric change.
- The risk of Japanese encephalitis differs seasonally.
- Prevention is through vaccination and avoiding mosquito bites.
Detailed vaccination advice suited to your risk factors for JE is available during a travel consult with any TCA doctor.
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Call 1300 369 359 |
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Call 1900 969 359* |
for our travel health information hotline. |
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