Japanese encephalitis vaccination.
Marraboor Pharmacy now stocks the Imojev vaccine for Japanese Encephalitis, which is recommended for people in the Swan Hill region and other high-risk local government areas.
Who is eligible?
Japanese Encephalitis vaccination is recommended for individuals aged 2 months and older who live or routinely work in high-risk areas and meet any of the following criteria:
Regularly engage in outdoor activities that increase the risk of mosquito bites.
Are experiencing homelessness or living in conditions with limited mosquito protection (e.g., tents, caravans, or dwellings without insect screens).
Are involved in outdoor flood recovery efforts, including professional or volunteer clean-up work.
Are being deployed from other regions for flood recovery efforts (vaccination can be arranged prior to arrival).
If you have any questions about eligibility or would like to book a vaccination, please call us at (03) 5032 2192.
For full eligibility details, please [click here].
A $19.95 service fee applies for vaccine administration.