Administering the Hepatitis B vaccine to newborns can have potential risks, such as allergic reactions or side effects like fever or soreness at the injection site. Some people have concerns about the vaccine's ingredients or its impact on a newborn's immune system. It's important to discuss any concerns with a healthcare provider to make an informed decision.
No, the ingredients in the flu vaccine are not harmful to our health. The vaccine is carefully tested and regulated to ensure its safety and effectiveness in preventing the flu.
The Danish study found that the DTP vaccine was effective in preventing diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis in children. The study showed that the vaccine significantly reduced the risk of contracting these diseases.
The Danish study found that the DTP vaccine is safe and effective in preventing diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis in children.
Yes, individuals who have received the COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by Moderna, Pfizer, or Johnson Johnson can donate blood.
Getting the flu vaccine is important because it helps protect you from getting sick with the flu virus. It can also reduce the severity of symptoms if you do get sick, and help prevent the spread of the flu to others.
The Hepatitis B vaccine is given to newborns shortly after birth to protect them from the Hepatitis B virus, which can be transmitted from mother to baby during childbirth. By vaccinating newborns, it helps prevent the spread of the virus and reduces the risk of developing chronic Hepatitis B infection later in life.
For Hepatitis A, it is usually just called "The Hepatitis A vaccine" but is marketed under the brand names Havrix and Vaqta. Hepatitis B is marketed under the brand name Comvax. There isn't a vaccine for Hepatitis C.
There is no vaccine for hepatitis C.
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.
Since Hepatitis B vaccine only protects against Hepatitis B, the only thing the vaccine controls is Hepatitis B infections.
Infants born to hepatitis B-infected mothers have a greater-than-95% chance of being protected against the virus if they receive the first dose of vaccine and immune globulin within 12 hours of birth.
There is currently no vaccine available against Hepatitis C. There is research going on to develop one but it will take years at least before one is developed.
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.
It is unlikely. Hepatitis A vaccine is a two-dose series.
There's a Hepatitis B vaccine that can prevent it.
HBs Ag is basically the Hepatitis vaccine.