Japanese encephalitis vaccination

What is Japanese encephalitis?

Japanese encephalitis is a viral disease which can trigger inflammation of the brain and mucus membrane. Depending on the age of the patient, Japanese encephalitis can end in death for up to 3 out of 10 people.

Japanese encephalitis is transmitted via mosquito bites, which are especially present in India, China and south-east Asia.

Vaccination recommendations for travellers:

The Austrian vaccination plan only recommends the vaccination against Japanese encephalitis for people travelling to Asia.

Vaccination plan:

Depends on travel dates and age of traveller(s)

Are you planning a trip to Asia? Would you like to learn more about vaccinations against Japanese encephalitis?