Protect yourself from mosquito-borne disease campaign toolkit

Translated social media assets are available in 5 different languages. Translated bite prevention messaging can also be found on the Protect yourself from mosquito-borne disease Better Health Channel page.

• Protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases social tile - Arabic
• Protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases social tile - Chinese Traditional
• Protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases social tile - Chinese Simplified
• Protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases social tile - Punjabi
• Protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases social tile - Vietnamese

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Version 1

In Victoria, harmful diseases like Ross River and Barmah Forest viruses can be spread by mosquito bites. Reduce your risk of infection by protecting yourself from mosquito bites.

For more information on prevention and protection from mosquito-borne disease, visit the Better Health Channel.

Know the risk. Be prepared. Stay safe.

Version 2

As mosquito populations increase with warmer weather, there are some simple steps you can take to avoid mosquito bites and the diseases they may carry.

For more tips on preventing and protecting yourself from mosquito-borne disease, visit the Better Health Channel.

Know the risk. Be prepared. Stay safe.

Version 3

There are some simple steps you can follow to help avoid mosquito bites and reduce your risk of mosquito-borne disease. Cover up, use repellent and prevent mosquitoes from breeding around your home.

For more tips on protecting yourself from mosquito-borne bites, visit the Better Health Channel.

Know the risk. Be prepared. Stay safe.

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Vaccination against Japanese encephalitis (JE) is recommended for Victorians who meet the eligibility criteria.

You are eligible for free JE vaccine if you:

• live in eligible local government areas of Victoria and meet additional criteria
• live or work at properties with pigs
• work in mosquito surveillance or control
• are going to eligible local government areas for seasonal work.

A Medicare card is not required for a free JE vaccine.

For more information about JE vaccine eligibility criteria and how to access the vaccine, visit the Better Health Channel page.

Please note, some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Be sure to check if this applies to you.

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Heading to northern Victoria for seasonal work? You may be at increased risk of Japanese encephalitis (JE). JE is a rare but potentially serious infection of the brain caused by a virus that can spread to humans through mosquito bites.

As a seasonal worker, you are eligible for a free vaccine against JE. A Medicare card is not required for a free JE vaccine. You can access the vaccination through your GP or nearest immunisation provider.

Further reduce your risk of JE and other mosquito-borne diseases by avoiding mosquito bites. Here’s how:

• Cover up – wear long, loose-fitting clothing
• Use mosquito repellents containing picaridin or DEET on all exposed skin
• Apply a thin, even layer of repellent on top of your sunscreen, and reapply after sweating or swimming.

Learn more about free JE vaccination for seasonal workers, visit the Better Health Channel page.

Please note, some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Be sure to check if this applies to you.

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As mosquito numbers increase in Victoria from October to late April, the risk of mosquito-borne diseases rises too. This includes Japanese encephalitis (JE).

JE is a rare but potentially serious infection of the brain. It is caused by a virus that can spread to humans through mosquito bites.

A vaccine is available to protect you from JE, and it is free if you meet the eligibility criteria. A Medicare card is not required. For more information on eligibility, visit the Better Health Channel page.

Please note, some providers may charge an administration or consultation fee. Be sure to check if this applies to you.