What is Japanese Encephalitis?

Japanese encephalitis is caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV). It is spread through mosquito bites and is more common in areas of increased mosquito activity. It is endemic to parts of Asia and the Torres Strait region of Australia; but has recently been detected in several locations on mainland Australia including Queensland.

Who should be immunised against Japanese Encephalitis?

Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) is a vaccine-preventable disease. JEV vaccines are recommended for people at risk of exposure to the virus. JEV vaccines are available for eligible Queenslanders.

Book an appointment

If you are eligible, please email our immunisation team on immunisation@logan.qld.gov.au or call us on 07 3412 3412 to make a booking.

Do you need help?

If you need more information or help making an appointment, email our immunisation team on immunisation@logan.qld.gov.au or call us on 07 3412 3412.

Useful links

For  more  information  on  risk  and  the  eligibility  criteria  for  vaccination  please  visit  Queensland  Health Japanese encephalitis.

For information on how to protect yourself from JEV please see the Queensland Health Japanese encephalitis fact sheet.