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Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV)
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Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV)
General – pre-season
The risk of mosquito-borne infections will increase in the coming months (November to March) in Victoria, as mosquito numbers do.
This includes Japanese encephalitis, a rare but potentially serious infection of the brain caused by a virus that can be spread to humans through mosquito bites.
Be prepared – Japanese encephalitis is a rare infection but one that can be very serious. Vaccination can protect you.
Get the vaccine now to make sure you’re protected against Japanese encephalitis before mosquito season begins.
Japanese encephalitis Virus (JEV) was first identified in Victoria in early 2022 and may re-emerge this year.
Although there is a vaccine for Japanese encephalitis virus, there are no vaccines against other mosquito-borne diseases. The best way to prevent diseases from mosquitoes is to avoid mozzie bites.
Contact your Local Public Health Unit to find out where you can be vaccinated
Eligibility
JE vaccinations are provided free to eligible Victorians by councils and Local Public Health Units
You are eligible for JE vaccination no matter where you live if you:
work or live on a piggery
work directly with pigs (pig transport, veterinarians and others involved in the care of pigs)
work in a pork abattoir or rendering plant
or work in mosquito surveillance or control, in the field or a laboratory.
Some other providers including GPs and pharmacies may charge an administration fee, so ask about out-of-pocket costs.
Seasonal workers
If you are going to high-risk areas for seasonal work, you can have a free JE vaccination, regardless of Medicare status.
Your best protection against mosquitoes and the diseases they can carry is to stop mosquito bites.
Mozzies can bite through tight clothing. Cover up - wear long, loose-fitting clothing.
Use mosquito repellents containing Picaridin or DEET on all exposed skin.
Like sunscreen, mosquito repellent is only effective if applied to all exposed skin. Aim to apply a thin, even layer to all exposed skin on top of your sunscreen.
It is important to reapply, especially after swimming or sweating as repellents are not water resistant.