Hepatitis Vaccine Sheffield

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Hepatitis Vaccine Sheffield
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Hepatitis B Travel Vaccination affects up to 10
of people in SE Asia, sub-Saharan Africa and
South America. Vaccination is the most effective
way to reduce the risk of acquiring this
infection.
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The Risks for Travellers

• The hepatitis B virus is transmitted through
  contact with blood or body fluids from an
  infected person. It is a sexually transmitted
  disease and also a disease transmitted by
  contaminated needles and medical equipment.
• The risk of infection may increase with certain
  behaviour and activities, particularly if you are
  a frequent or long term-traveller.
• Expatriates, those traveling for medical reason
  or with medical conditions and those visiting
  friends or relatives are also at increased risk
  of infection, especially in countries where
  hepatitis B is highly prevalent (such as South
  East Asia).

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Signs and symptoms of Hepatitis B include

• Abdominal pain
• Dark urine
• Fever
• Joint pain
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea and vomiting
• Weakness and fatigue
• Unexplained weight loss

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Hepatitis B Vaccination

• This vaccination is given as a course of three
  vaccines over 6 months, however it can be given
  in an accelerated manner for those requiring more
  expeditious cover. In this case it can be given
  on days 0,7 and 21, with a booster dose after one
  year.
• The vaccine is not live and is therefore well
  tolerated.
• A junior vaccine is available to children.
• For those that need to prove immunity against
  Hepatitis B, an antibody blood test can be
  arranged from six to eight weeks after the last
  dose is given. This will show whether cover is
  adequate or whether a further booster is required.

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