Hepatitis A is a dangerous liver infection, so travelers to areas with high rates of infection should be vaccinated. Protection against the disease begins two to four weeks after you get the vaccine, but to be fully protected you need a booster shot 6 to 12 months later.
If your travel plans don't allow you to wait four weeks after your first shot, you can get a dose of immunoglobulin (IG) for short-term protection. (If your trip is a short one, the IG may be all you need.) In general, though, you should see your doctor for vaccinations four to six weeks prior to traveling, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The areas where the hepatitis A vaccine is recommended include:
- Africa
- Asia (except Japan)
- the Mediterranean
- Eastern Europe
- the Middle East
- Central and South America
- -Mexico
- the Caribbean (certain parts)
Hepatitis A is a dangerous liver infection, so travelers to areas
with high rates of infection should be vaccinated. Protection
against the disease begins two to four weeks after you get the
vaccine, but to be fully protected you need a booster shot...
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Stacy Wiegman answered:Hepatitis A is a dangerous liver infection, so travelers to areas with high rates of infection should be vaccinated. Protection against the disease begins two to four weeks after you get the vaccine, but to be fully protected you need a booster shot 6 to 12 months later.
The hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for travel in developing countries. This can include but is not limited to portions of Asia, Africa, and Central and South America. Hepatitis A is a virus that can be transmitted from sewage-contaminated water. Certain fruits, vegetables, or other uncooked foods that are exposed to this water can carry the virus. Seeing your family doctor to discuss your vaccinations prior to travel is always a good idea.The hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for travel in developing countries. This can include but is not limited to portions of Asia, Africa, and Central and South America. Hepatitis A is a virus that can be transmitted from sewage-contaminated... More