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We live in florida and go to disney twice a month with season passes. there were reports of increased hep a cases concentrated in orlando in the fall. when should someone consider a vaccination? hep a

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Some basics: This is not a common disease but can occur in clusters.The current available vaccines give long lasting protection & are suggested for food handlers and those traveling in countries where it is common. Its passage is from chance exposure to fecal waste, as might from food handlers not washing after toilet use. It is not passed in the air or by chance contact.Simple hand washing reduces most risk

Answered 4/13/2019

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