Prevention of tick-borne encephalitis

The medical staff of the KGP at the Ridder City Hospital conducted explanatory work among the population on preventive measures against tick-borne encephalitis. It has been noted that tick-borne encephalitis is a naturally focal viral disease that affects the central nervous system, leads to paralysis and even death, and is spread by ixodic ticks. The virus is transmitted through the bite of this dangerous insect. Detailed information is provided on the main symptoms of tick-borne encephalitis and the consequences of this disease. They also introduced people to its side effects. They warned about precautions when traveling to mountainous and steppe areas. Brochures and booklets were distributed