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Will receiving hep B vaccine help reduce the risk now?

April 26, 2017help hep reduce risk vaccine

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Will receiving hep B vaccine help reduce the risk now?

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Hepatitis B vaccine given within 2 weeks after at risk exposure can be used to prevent HBV infection. Nonetheless, if you are a carrier of HBV that is not uncommon in Hong Kong, or if you have already had antibody against HBV, vaccination will not have any additional benefit. You may consult your doctor for further advice.