We have identified you may not be viewing TRAVAX optimally because the browser you are using is unsupported - click here.
We have identified you may not be viewing TRAVAX optimally because the browser you are using is unsupported - click here.
Ten cases of tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) have been reported in Vilniaus in the south of Lithuania. It is suspected that the disease was transmitted through the consumption of unpasteurised goat's milk. During the first week of Jun 2012, a further two cases of TBE were reported in the Trakai region. The source of infection in these cases is also though to be unpasteurised goat's milk.
(Via ULAC - accessed 21/06/12)
Advice for Travellers
Travellers should be aware that TBE can be transmitted by the consumption of unpasteurised milk and milk products as well as the more common route i.e. the bite of an infected tick.
Unpasteurised milk/products should be avoided and steps should also be taken to avoid tick bites in rural areas during the spring and summer months as all districts of the country are affected.
