Question 1

is it recommended to get a hepatitis b vaccine? i'm in my 60s and in good health.

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B: Hepatitis b can lead to liver cancer and death.  If one gets infected with this virus as an adult there is more of a likelihood of a chronic active infection.

But if you have no risks: not sexually active, no working in healthcare where you may be exposed to blood, not around any shared needles in a drug use environment then your risks are relatively low.

Question 2

do most hospitals and clinics require you to get a hepatitis b vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Hep B vaccine: Not if you do not work there. Only employees who work in hospitals and clinics are required to take the vaccine to prevent them from getting it from an infected patient.

Question 3

is it safe to get a hepatitis b vaccine while on anabolic steroids? hepatitis b vaccine
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Accepted Answer

Yes: The Hepatitis B Vaccine is not a live vaccine but is made from dna particles only and cannot cause infection. It is well tolerated and safe. This vaccine is given even to newborn babies (in a smaller dose) 3 doses will normally give immunity for life. There is an accelerated dosing given to those traveling into high risk zones--this dosing requires a later fourth dose. Bad disease--get protected!

Question 4

can i get hepatitis b vaccine pill?

Accepted Answer

Hep B vaccine: In the current recommendations, Hepatitis B Vaccine does not come in pill form - only injections.

Question 5

at what age should you get an hepatitis b vaccine?

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Anytime: The original research on newborn hep b administration was done years ago in hawaii & it was one of the first states to see a decline in hep b disease across the population. It is commonly given now at birth, 1-2 m & 6m during infancy but can be given to older kids at any age. Those who missed the vaccine in childhood should look into it.

Question 6

how long does the hepatitis b vaccine last & if you get the vaccine does that make you 100% immune from getting hep b?

Accepted Answer

Nothing is 100%: The vaccine for Hep B is about 90% effective. It is thought to last as long as 22 years. That being said, it covers all subtypes of Hep B and is worth getting for everyone. Remember, you don't have to have sex with or share needles with an infected person to get Hep B.

Question 7

hepatitis b vaccine/how is it given?

Accepted Answer

Shot: 3 shot series over a 6month period.

Question 8

how much is a hepatitis b vaccine now?

Accepted Answer

Cost of HepB VACCINE: The cost varies from state to statein a walk in clinic or health dept average cost is 60 dollars
in physician office average cos is 120 dollars 
and you need three shots so multiply that with three, thats the cost.

Question 9

can the hepatitis b vaccine ever expire?

Accepted Answer

Confusing question: The material we stock at the office does have an expiration date, otherwise known as a use before date.I sense that is not your question. If you complete the series of Hepatitis B Vaccine it is thought to confer lifelong immunity unless you suffer some form of immune altering illness or treatment  in the future.

Question 10

can hepatitis b vaccine cause hepatitis b?

Accepted Answer

No: The shot contains no living material. It is created in the lab and has no potential for causing disease.

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