PubMed · 2018 · 38 citations · 31 references
Veterinary MedicineInfectious DiseasesPreventive MedicineEpidemiologyVaccinologyVector-borne DiseasesDisease EpidemiologyEncephalitisTravel-associated InfectionsVaccinationViral EpidemiologyViral InfectionsInfectious EncephalitisJapanese Encephalitis PreventionJapanese Encephalitis VaccinationLong-term Neurological SequelaeTravel-associated Viral InfectionsVaccine-preventable Travel InfectionsVector-borne Viral InfectionsZoonotic Vector-borne Disease
) is a purified, inactivated, whole virus vaccine against JE. It is safe, well tolerated, efficacious and can be administered to children, adults and the elderly. The vaccination schedule involves administering 2 doses four weeks apart. For adults, a rapid schedule (0-7 days) is available, which could greatly enhance the feasibility of its use. Healthcare workers should inform both short- and long-term travelers of the risk of JE in each period of the year and recommend vaccination. Indeed, it has been shown that short-term travelers are also at risk, not only in rural environments, but also in cities and coastal towns, especially in tourist localities where excursions to country areas are organized.
31
Origin and Evolution of Japanese Encephalitis Virus in Southeast Asia
Tom Solomon, Haolin Ni, David W.C. Beasley et al. · Journal of Virology · 2003 · 500 citations