Travel vaccination

Tick-Borne Encephalitis

For forest and rural travel in Central & Eastern Europe

Overview

TBE is a viral infection of the brain spread by tick bites in forested parts of Europe and Asia.

Who needs it

Hikers, campers, and rural workers travelling to endemic areas from spring to autumn.

Dosing schedule

2 doses 1–3 months apart, third dose 5–12 months later.

Common side effects

Sore arm, low-grade fever.

Common destinations

AustriaGermanyCzech RepublicPolandBaltic States

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