What is the hepatitis Vaccine?
Hepatitis A and B can be completely prevented by getting vaccinated. Currently, there is no vaccine for hepatitis C. Hepatitis A vaccine consists of two shots over the course of 6 months. Hepatitis B vaccine consists of 3 shots over the course of 5-6 months. For complete protection (immunity) against hepatitis A or B, you must get all of the shots in each series. While no vaccine is 100% safe, there have been very few side effects with the hepatitis A and B vaccines. If you are interested in getting vaccinated, discuss your decision with your provider. Where Can You Get hepatitis A and B Vaccines? Whether you have a regular provider or not, be confident in asking for the hepatitis A and/or B vaccines (you may want to bring this brochure with you). Some clinics will offer the vaccines only if you are a certain age, or only if you ask, and others will vaccinate you only if you are a regular patient. For more information about hepatitis, call the National Hepatitis Hotline: 1-800-GO-LIVER
