About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: You should get vaccinated at least two weeks before travelling.
- Course: The course consists of one dose.
- Boosters: The vaccine protects you for one year. If you have another booster after 6 -12 months, you won’t need any further boosters for 25 years thereafter.
- How it is given: An injection in the upper arm.
- Side effects: Side effects can include a high temperature, feeling tired and soreness at the injection site.
- Children: The vaccine is suitable for children over the age of one.
- Additional precautions: You need to practise food safety as well as water and hand hygiene while in an area where hepatitis A is endemic.
- Risk if you contract hepatitis A: Hepatitis A can cause mild to severe symptoms, including fever and digestive issues. It can cause complications such as liver failure.