Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine protects against a viral liver infection. It helps prevent chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer by building immunity before exposure.
Hepatitis B Vaccine in Southampton
In Southampton, the Hepatitis B vaccine is available at travel and health clinics.
Healthcare professionals provide the correct schedule based on your needs and travel plans.
What is Hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus. It spreads through
contact with infected blood or bodily fluids and can cause serious long-term liver problems.
High Risk areas for Hep B
People at higher risk include sexual partners of infected individuals, drug users sharing needles, healthcare workers, and those travelling to high-risk areas.
Main symptoms of Hep B
Symptoms of Hepatitis B may include fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), dark urine, and loss of appetite. Some people may have mild or no symptoms at first.