Banana Shire residents are encouraged to protect themselves against Japanese Encephalitis (JE) — a rare but potentially serious disease spread by mosquitoes.

FREE* JE vaccinations are available at several local health centres for eligible individuals. 
*Please discuss with vaccination centres below regarding any administrative costs.

 Local Vaccination Centres:
Biloela Medical Centre – 38 Dawson Hwy, Biloela  (07) 4995 6200
Biloela Discount Chemist – Shop 2, 38–44 Kariboe St, Biloela (07) 4992 6551
Moura Dawson Medical Practice – 1 Minogue St, Moura  (07) 4997 3033
Baralaba Private Clinic – 1 Stopford St, Baralaba  (07) 4998 1233
Theodore Medical – Ninth Ave, Theodore (07) 4993 1371
Taroom Pharmacy – 36 Yaldwyn St, Taroom  (07) 4627 3135

 Check eligibility and book your appointment by contacting your nearest centre directly.

 JE virus is spread by mosquitoes and more common in rural and regional areas. Vaccination is especially important for those working with animals, outdoors, or living near wetlands or piggeries.

For more information, visit Queensland Health:
 https://www.health.qld.gov.au/clinical-practice/guidelines-procedures/diseases-infection/immunisation/japanese-encephalitis-virus-vaccination-centres