Sweden - Europe Travelling to Sweden on 6 months or longer recommend protection against the following infections:
Recommended vaccinations
Starting
Diphtheria
1 day
Tetanus
1 day
Central European Encephalitis
4 weeks
4 weeks
When to start vaccinations before leaving:
Read more about the single vaccinations below.
If you need more information, Ask the Doctor
Diphtheria Diphtheria is a serious throat infection, which infects from person-to-person through the air. The vaccination should be less than 10 years old otherwise a booster is needed.
Tetanus Tetanus is a complication to wounds contaminated by soil. If there has been a vaccination within the past 10 years it is not necessary to give a booster in case of wounds and accidents. Tetanus is usually given in combination with diphtheria. If you are previously vaccinated, the vaccine can be given right up to departure.
Central European Encephalitis Central European Encephalitis is a viral infection, which infects man through a tick bite, from early spring to late autumn. The vaccination consists of 3 injections, and protects for at least 3 years.
