Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine

The Japanese Encephalitis vaccination costs £100 per dose and 2 doses are required.

Get your Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination at Smarta Healthcare clinic in Bedford

Planning your next trip abroad? Whether it’s a family holiday, a short business trip, or a backpacking adventure, make sure you’re up-to-date with the latest advice, vaccinations and medications

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We can confirm and administer any vaccinations you may need, as well as assessing their impact on any pre-existing medical conditions. We administer all required or recommended vaccinations from our Travel Clinic at Priory Business Park, Bedford.

Japanese encephalitis (JE) is a viral infection that affects the brain. It is caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus, which is a flavivirus transmitted primarily by mosquitoes, particularly those of the Culex species. 

Smarta Healthcare offers Japanese Encephalitis vaccinations for patients in and around Bedford, Milton Keynes, Luton, Letchworth, Biggleswade, St Neots, Cambridge, Sandy, Hitchin and Huntingdon, or further afield. 

Book an AskMyPharmacist travel health consultation today. 

The Japanese Encephalitis vaccination costs £100 per dose and 2 doses are required. Discounts are available for families, groups and students. 

If you have any questions about required or recommended travel vaccinations, book an AskMyPharmacist travel health consultation at least 4 weeks before your departure date to make sure you're ready for your trip. 

Japanese encephalitis is primarily found in rural and agricultural areas of Asia and the Western Pacific.

The risk of contracting Japanese encephalitis varies by country and region.

Some of the countries where Japanese encephalitis is endemic or has been reported include: 

Southeast Asia: Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Vietnam 

South Asia: India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka 

East Asia: China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan 

Oceania: Papua New Guinea 

The Japanese Encephalitis vaccine is usually given in two doses 4 weeks apart.

An initial booster dose are recommended for people that may be exposed to the virus between 1 and 2 years following the initial course.

A second booster dose can be given after 10 years. 

Symptoms of Japanese encephalitis can range from mild to severe, and in some
cases, the infection can be fatal.

Most individuals infected with the virus do not develop any symptoms, while
others may experience mild symptoms such as fever and headache.

In severe cases, symptoms may include high fever, neck stiffness, disorientation,
 coma, seizures, and paralysis. 

If someone is suspected of having Japanese encephalitis, seek medical attention 
and let the healthcare professional know about any recent travel. 

Vaccination is a very important preventive measure against Japanese Encephalitis.

Book your travel consultation at Smarta Healthcare to discuss your required and
recommended vaccines with an expert travel health professional.

It’s also important to avoid getting bitten by insects as much as possible.
This includes: 

  1. Wearing loose clothing with long sleeves and trousers when possible. 
  2. Regularly applying a good quality insect repellent on exposed skin,
    especially during sunrise and sunset hours. If you are using repellent
    with sunscreen, apply it last.
  3. Using mosquito nets with insecticide to protect you in bed at night.

At Smarta Healthcare, we’ve created an entire health clinic. Helping our patients get the care they need, when it matters most.

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We’re experts in travel health. At least four weeks before your departure, we recommend getting in touch with us to make sure you’re fully prepared. We can help with medication, vaccinations, recommended products or simply advice about what to expect at your destination.

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