Travel vaccines
Tick-borne Encephalitis Vaccine
Recommended for travellers to forested areas of Europe and Asia
About the Tick-borne Encephalitis Vaccine
Tick-borne encephalitis is a viral infection transmitted by ticks in forested areas. The vaccine provides effective protection for those at risk.
Who Needs the Tick-borne Encephalitis Vaccine?
Book a consultationHigh-risk destinations
Forest areas of Central/Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, Russia, and parts of Asia (especially April-November).
High-risk travellers
Hikers, campers, forestry workers, and those spending extended time outdoors in endemic areas.
Vaccine Schedule & Administration
- Three-dose primary series: 0, 1-3 months, 5-12 months after second dose.
- Rapid schedule: Possible for last-minute travellers (consult specialist).
- Boosters: Every 3-5 years if ongoing risk.
Common side effects:
Fever, headache, muscle pain (more common in children).
Who cannot have the vaccine?
- Those with severe egg allergies (vaccine contains egg protein).
- People with acute febrile illness (delay vaccination).
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