Who should get the hepatitis a vaccine before traveling?

If traveling abroad: Anybody who is over 18 months of age and has no reason not to get the hepatitis a vaccine, should get it before traveling to any developing or third world countries. Hepatitis a is more common in those countries than here in the U.S.. The virus is in human sewage, so places where there is not a good sewage system will have hepatitis a problems. Younger children can ask their doctors for options.

Adults & Children: Hepatitis a is more common in many parts of the world. Healthy adults and children should be protected prior to travel. Pregnant women who cannot delay their travel plans need vaccination too since they are at high risk of a complication due to hepatitis a illness. People with underlying immune problems should check with their doctor prior to vaccination or international travel.