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The hepatitis B vaccine protects against a serious liver infection that can lead to long-term liver damage, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. The CDC recommends hepatitis B vaccination for all infants, unvaccinated children, and adults aged 19 to 59, plus older adults at increased risk. It is also part of the standard U.S. immigration vaccine slate.
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver. It can be a short-term illness or develop into a long-term, chronic infection that leads to serious health problems including liver scarring (cirrhosis), liver failure, and liver cancer. The virus spreads through blood, sexual contact, and from mother to baby at birth.
Infants: First dose at birth, then complete the series in early childhood.
Children and adolescents: Catch-up vaccination for those not previously vaccinated.
Adults 19 to 59: Routinely recommended for all adults in this age range.
Adults 60 and older: Recommended for those with risk factors such as diabetes, healthcare or laboratory exposure, household contact with someone who has hepatitis B, certain sexual exposures, or travel to high-prevalence areas.
Often required for U.S. immigration medical exams, school enrollment, and healthcare workers.
Most adults complete a 2 or 3 dose series; Amy can confirm the schedule that fits you.
Acute hepatitis B infection (fatigue, jaundice, nausea, abdominal pain).
Chronic hepatitis B and long-term liver damage.
Cirrhosis (severe liver scarring).
Liver failure and liver cancer.
Mother-to-baby transmission during birth.
Complete the consent form ahead of time to shorten your wait. Review the official Vaccine Information Sheet so you know what to expect. Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, and any vaccination records.
