North Croydon Medical Centre, 518 London Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon. CR7 7HQ

Japanese Encephalitis

Vaccine: as an inactivated vaccine.

Disease: A viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes. Japanese encephalitis can cause fever, headache, vomiting, and seizures. In severe cases, Japanese encephalitis can lead to brain damage and death.

Advice: Vaccination is recommended for travelers to areas with high rates of Japanese encephalitis, especially during the mosquito season. The Japanese encephalitis vaccine is safe and effective, but it requires multiple doses over time.