Yes, individuals can decline the hepatitis B vaccine, often by signing a waiver or declination form, particularly in settings like healthcare or education where vaccination is recommended. However, it's important to understand the potential risks of not getting vaccinated, including the increased chance of contracting hepatitis B, which can lead to serious health complications. Consulting with a healthcare provider can help individuals make informed decisions based on their personal health and circumstances.
Since Hepatitis B vaccine only protects against Hepatitis B, the only thing the vaccine controls is Hepatitis B infections.
Once you have had Hepatitis B there is no need for a Hepatitis B vaccine. The vaccine is only effective for those who have not had the disease, it is used to prevent a hepatitis B infection.
Yes, the hepatitis B vaccine can be given to someone with hepatitis B. It is still recommended in order to prevent reinfection with other strains of the virus and to protect against potential complications of chronic hepatitis B.
There's a Hepatitis B vaccine that can prevent it.
No. It's not a live vaccine.
Hepatitis C and hepatitis E have no vaccine to prevent the disease. Although there is no vaccine to prevent hepatitis D, you can only get this type if you're also infected with type B. Therefore, hepatitis B vaccine indirectly prevents hepatitis D.
There is a vaccine for it.
yes
One someone has hepatitis b the vaccine for them is of no use True or false?
You need a hepatitis B vaccine series of three shots to maintain immunity.
JENNIFER TUNG has written: 'EFFICACY OF COMBINED HEPATITIS A AND HEPATITIS B (TWINRIX) VACCINE COMPARED WITH HEPATITIS B VACCINE ALONE IN PROVIDING SEROPROTECTION VS. HEPATITIS B IN HEMODIALYSIS PATIENTS'
no