Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) is a Flavivirus transmitted by mosquitoes of various Culex species.
Geographic distribution: South, East and Southeast Asia
Risk factors for infection with JEV:
(1) travel to rural areas, especially in regions where rice is cultivated
(2) travel during the rainy season
(3) presence of pigs in close proximity to humans
Protective factors:
(1) taking anti-mosquito measures
(2) vaccination with the JEV vaccine
(3) previous exposure to virus (natural immunity)
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Specialty: Infectious Diseases, Neurology
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