Travel vaccines
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Recommended for travellers at risk of exposure to infected blood or bodily fluids
About the Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B is a viral infection affecting the liver, transmitted through blood or bodily fluids. The vaccine provides long-term protection against this serious disease.
Who Needs the Hepatitis B Vaccine?
Book a consultationHigh-risk destinations
Regions with high Hepatitis B prevalence, including parts of Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Pacific Islands.
High-risk travellers
Healthcare workers, those receiving medical/dental treatment abroad, or travellers engaging in activities with potential exposure to blood/body fluids.
Vaccine Schedule & Administration
- Three-dose series: Given at 0, 1, and 6 months (accelerated schedules available).
- Validity: Provides long-term immunity; booster doses are rarely needed.
- Combination vaccine: Available as Hep A & B (Twinrix) for convenience.
Common side effects:
Mild soreness at the injection site, low-grade fever, or fatigue.
Who cannot have the vaccine?
- Those with severe allergies to yeast or any vaccine components.
- People who had a severe reaction to a previous dose.
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