Hepatitis B - vaccination
Hepatitis B vaccine The hepatitis B vaccine helps protect against hepatitis B. It's given to all babies and people at higher risk from hepatitis B.
What the hepatitis B vaccine is for
Hepatitis B is an infection that affects the liver. It's spread through blood, semen and vaginal fluids.
Hepatitis B can be very serious. It can make the liver suddenly stop working or cause gradual damage to the liver over time. It can also increase your chances of getting liver cancer.
Vaccination against hepatitis B helps reduce your chances of getting infected.
Who should have the hepatitis B vaccine
Vaccination against hepatitis B is recommended for all babies as part of the NHS vaccination schedule.
The hepatitis B vaccine is also recommended for people at higher risk of catching or getting seriously ill from hepatitis B.
