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Get a Hepatitis B Vaccine

Get a Hepatitis B Vaccine

We provide a full range of travel vaccinations and medication

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is caused by a viral infection of the liver by the hepatitis B virus (BHV).

Cases occur all over the world but are most common in East Asia and Sub Saharan Africa. of the liver spread by direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person. It occurs worldwide with highest rates reported in parts of East Asia, Sub Saharan Africa, the Amazon, southern, eastern and central Europe, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.

Acute infection may occasionally lead to fulminant hepatic necrosis which is often fatal.

Transmission is via infected body of bodily fluids from one person to another. This can be through vaginal or anal intercourse, sharing of needles and perinatal transmission from mother to child.

Vaccination Pricing

£55 Per dose
£165 Per Course of 3

Signs & Symptoms

In the majority of cases of hepatitis B symptoms do not occur.

Symptoms more commonly occur in adults than children and may include:

  • Often asymptomatic

  • Other symptoms, experienced by adults more often are; jaundice, abdominal pain & loss of appetite

  • Untreated infection may lead to liver failure

Would you like to find out if you have immunity to Hepatitis B?

We now provide an in-clinic Hepatitis immunity blood test for £49.00

Claines Pharmacy & Travel Clinic

General Contact & Travel Vaccination

Tel: 01905 453 703

Email: worcestertravelclinic@raylane.co.uk

Claines Pharmacy 153 Ombersley Rd, Worcester, WR3 7BX

Evans Pharmacy & Travel Clinic

General Contact & Travel Vaccination

Tel: 01684 575 216

Email: malverntravelclinic@raylane.co.uk

Evans Pharmacy 231 Worcester Rd, Malvern, WR14 1SU

The Vaccination – Hepatitis B vaccine

Ages (Years) Doses Required Schedule Time before travel Boost required at
2 – 15 3 to 4 (paed) 0, 1, 2months + at 1 year** Up to day before* 5 years
16 – 85 3 to 4 0, 7, 21days + at 1 year** Up to day before* 5 years

*Vaccine most effective if given time to become active. Some immunity will be provided for this vaccine if given up to the day before travel.

** accelerated schedule shown. See Pharmacist for 16-18 years old accelerated schedule.

 

Hepatits A & Hepatitis B Combined vaccine

Ages (Years) Doses Required Schedule Time before travel Boost required at
16-85 3 to 4 0, 7, 21 days, + at 1 year** Up to day before* See specialist pharmacist

*Vaccine most effective when given plenty of time to develop immunity. Some immunity will be present if the vaccine is given up to the day before travel.

**accelerated schedule. Full protection not given until final dose at 1 year. Will give adequate protection if leaving sooner.

Use the map below to identify areas of risk for travel.

Simply call the clinic of your choice or send us an email enquiry, and our travel specialists will get back to you as soon as possible.

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The Worcester Travel Clinic offers a wide range of vaccines and travel vaccinations.

Contact us today to get your and your loved ones protected.

Same Day Appointments

We are pleased to offer same-day appointments at Worcester Travel Clinic, to ensure you receive prompt and efficient care when you need it most.

Expert Pharmacists

Our team includes expert pharmacists who are dedicated to providing you with personalised and professional healthcare advice.

Competitive Pricing

We offer competitive pricing on our vaccinations to ensure that essential healthcare is both affordable and accessible to everyone.

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