Japanese Encephalitis is a potentially life-threatening disease caused by a virus that is spread by mosquitoes in parts of the world where the virus is found. While you’re unlikely to be exposed to Japanese Encephalitis at home in Odiham, Hook or Hampshire, if you’re intending to travel to parts of Asia or Oceania then the Japanese Encephalitis vaccine is an important consideration.
Japanese Encephalitis causes a viral inflammatory brain infection and causes symptoms such as headaches, vomiting, fever, confusion, and seizures. This can lead to permanent disability and in some cases death.
The Japanese Encephalitis vaccine is administered in a series of doses, usually two doses given a few weeks apart. It’s important to be vaccinated well in advance of travel to ensure that immunity has time to develop before any potential exposure you might experience on your travel. Consultation with the healthcare professionals at one of travel vaccination clinics is essential to determine the appropriate vaccination schedule for your plans.
If you’re planning to travel in areas affected by the disease, then the Japanese Encephalitis vaccine is the best protection against contracting the virus. If you are at risk, then vaccination it is highly recommended. Any traveller to these areas can be at risk of exposure to infected mosquitoes, which increases the likelihood of contracting Japanese Encephalitis. For personalised and professional advice regarding Japanese Encephalitis immunisation, we recommend speaking with one of our specialist travel pharmacists at Touchwood Pharmacy in Odiham located at 138 High Street, Odiham, Hook RG29 1LT.
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