Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine is now recommended for all adults age 59 and younger if they have not had the series.
The Hepatitis B virus (HBV) can cause short-term (acute) illness that may lead to: Loss of appetiteTiredness Diarrhea and vomiting Jaundice (yellow skin or eyes)Pain in muscles, joints, and stomach. It can also cause long-term (chronic) illness that may lead to:Liver damage (cirrhosis)Liver cancerDeath
About 1.25 million people in the U.S. have chronic HBV infection
The Hepatitis B vaccine can prevent hepatitis B. It is the first anti-cancer vaccine because it can prevent a form of liver cancer.
Who should take the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Hepatitis B vaccine is usually given as 2, 3, or 4 shots.
Infants should get their first dose of hepatitis B vaccine at birth and will usually complete the series at 6–18 months of age. The birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine is an important part of preventing long-term illness in infants and the spread of hepatitis B in the United States.
Anyone 59 years of age or younger who has not yet gotten the vaccine should be vaccinated.
Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for adults 60 years or older at increased risk of exposure to hepatitis B who were not vaccinated previously. Adults 60 years or older who are not at increased risk and were not vaccinated in the past may also be vaccinated.
Out-Call Service
Yes, we can come to you to make staying healthy even easier. For groups of 10 or more, a nurse will come to your facility.
Walk-In Service
Walk-in service is available at any of our conveniently located Mid-South offices with front door parking and no waiting!
Car-Side Service
For persons with impaired mobility, we offer complimentary car-side service. Let The Shot Nurse serve you!