Hepatitis A Vaccine

Hepatitis A Vaccination Side Effects, Cost

A hepatitis A vaccine is available. It provides prolonged protection against infection by the hepatitis A virus. Medical professionals recommend two doses for full prevention, with the second dose being given at least six months after the first.

It's generally believed that adults who gets both doses of the hepatitis A vaccine will be protected for at least 25 years. Children who get both doses of hepatitis A vaccine will be protected for at least 14-20 years.

Side effects of a hepatitis A vaccination The Hepatitis A vaccine is very safe. No serious adverse events have been attributed definitively to hepatitis A vaccine. Since the licensure of the first hepatitis A vaccine in 1995, approximately 188 million doses of hepatitis A vaccine have been sold worldwide, including 50 million doses in the United States. There are generally no reactions to hepatitis A vaccine.

Hepatitis A vaccination cost Hepatitis A vaccination price per dose varies depending on where you get it and the age of the person getting the vaccine. But a quick survey of several Internet sites revealed that the cost to generally be under $50 per dose.

People at increased risk for exposure to HAV infection or those who are more likely to get seriously ill if infected with HAV should be vaccinated. According to CDC recommendations, these individuals include

• All children between the ages of 12-23 months.
• Men who are sexually active with other men.
• Illegal drug users. This includes those who use illegal drugs both orally and by injection.
• Anyone who suffers from a blood clotting disorder.

The only occupational groups who seem to be at risk are those who work in a laboratory setting where hepatitis A is studied, or where hepatitis A-infected primates are kept. No other occupational groups have been identified as high risk. Hepatitis A vaccine isn't routinely recommended for healthcare workers, sewage workers, or daycare providers. Children who are not vaccinated by age two years should be vaccinated as soon as feasible.

In addition, anyone 12 months or older who will be traveling or working anywhere in the world where hepatitis A is highly prevalent. Hepatitis A is not highly prevalent in the United States, Canada, Western Europe, Japan, New Zealand, and Australia

Boil or cook food for at least one minute at 185°F (85°C). At this temperature, the hepatitis A virus is inactivated. The same goes for water or beverages. Water that has been actively chlorinated (as recommended in the United States) is safe to drink.

Travelers should avoid potentially contaminated food or water in developing countries and countries where there's a hepatitis A outbreak. Ice used in drinks may be contaminated in these areas.

Avoid eating uncooked shellfish and uncooked fruits or vegetables in developing regions, unless you peel, prepare and sanitize them yourself.

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