What diseases can the Japanese encephalitis vaccine prevent?
Feb 12, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the Japanese encephalitis vaccine is primarily used to prevent epidemic Japanese encephalitis. Epidemic Japanese encephalitis is an acute infectious disease caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus and is mainly transmitted through mosquito bites, with high incidence during the summer and autumn rainy seasons. After administration of the Japanese encephalitis vaccine, the body can develop a specific immune response against the Japanese encephalitis virus, thereby effectively preventing the occurrence of epidemic Japanese encephalitis.
Generally, the Japanese encephalitis vaccine is primarily used to prevent epidemic Japanese encephalitis. The details are as follows:
The Japanese encephalitis vaccine is an antigenic preparation. This vaccine is a special biological product made from the Japanese encephalitis virus that has been inactivated or attenuated. When injected into the human body, it can stimulate the immune system to respond and produce protective antibodies, thereby providing preventive effects.
Epidemic Japanese encephalitis is an acute infectious disease caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus. It is mainly transmitted through mosquito bites and occurs frequently during the summer and autumn rainy seasons. After receiving the Japanese encephalitis vaccine, the body can develop a specific immune response against the Japanese encephalitis virus, effectively preventing the occurrence of epidemic Japanese encephalitis. Vaccination can also reduce the transmission speed and scope of the Japanese encephalitis virus within the population, thereby helping to control outbreaks.
Before receiving the Japanese encephalitis vaccine, individuals should consult professional medical personnel and decide whether to proceed with vaccination based on personal health status and the doctor's recommendations, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
