Hepatitisis an inflammatory liver condition.
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Types
Hepatitis A and B vaccines are widely available.
Both vaccines contain dead hepatitis viruses that provoke an immune response.
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When there are enough hepatitis-specific antibodies, the body is protected against the infection.
Recap
There are eight vaccines available for hepatitis A and B.
These vaccines force the body to produce hepatitis-specific antibodies to protect against a possible infection in the future.
The main use of the hepatitis A and B vaccine is protection against viral infection.
People with a hepatitis C infection and those who are in jail or prison should do so as well.
Anyone who wants to be protected against hepatitis A or B can get the vaccine.
Single-use vials using a separate needle and syringe can be used in these cases.
The doses for both vaccines range from 0.5 mL to 1.0 mL.
There are very few warnings when it comes to the adverse effects of the hepatitis A or B vaccine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting vaccinated with hepatitis protects you for life.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.What is Viral Hepatitis?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Hepatitis A Questions and Answers for the Public.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Package insert - Heplisav-B.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Hepatitis A vaccines.
