[2026-03-21]Japanese Encephalitis Alert Issued Nationwide in Korea: Vaccination and Prevention Policy Update
Korea’s Disease Control Agency has issued a nationwide Japanese Encephalitis alert following early detection of vector mosquitoes in Jeju.
The policy emphasizes timely vaccination and strict mosquito prevention measures to reduce infection risk.
The alert was announced on March 20, 2026, marking an earlier start to surveillance compared to previous years.