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Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE)
Summary
A viral infection of the brain and nervous system spread by the bite of infected ticks, common in forested areas of Europe and Asia.
Transmitted via
- Tick bite
- Unpasteurised milk products
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is caused by the TBE virus, transmitted mainly by tick bites and, less often, by consuming unpasteurised milk products. Many infections are mild, but TBE can cause meningitis or encephalitis with long-term neurological...
Reported Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) cases
References
Case data: ECDC annual epidemiological reports (European Surveillance System) and national reporting. Endemic areas are expanding to higher altitudes and latitudes.
Tick-borne encephalitis occurs in forested areas across much of central, northern and eastern Europe and into Russia and parts of Asia. Most infections happen between spring and autumn, when ticks are active. Risk is highest for people hiking...
How to prevent Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE)
References & Sources
Disclaimer: Last updated: July 2026 MAT-AU-2400650-V1.0 - Be sure to confirm all travel vaccination recommendations with your healthcare practitioner prior to travel