Hepatitis B vaccination

What is Hepatitis B?

Hepatitis B affects the liver and spreads through infected blood or body fluids. Some people have no symptoms; others develop fever, tiredness or jaundice. Long-term infection can cause serious liver damage.

Who should consider vaccination?

Risk may be higher with longer stays, healthcare work, sexual exposure, tattoos or medical treatment abroad. Your activities matter as well as your destination.

Your vaccination plan

A course involves more than one dose. Standard and faster schedules are available for certain ages and products. The pharmacist will plan your course around your history and travel dates.

At your appointment

• Bring your travel dates, destinations and previous vaccination records.
• Tell us about medicines, allergies, pregnancy, immune conditions and any previous vaccine reactions.
• We’ll explain suitability, possible side effects, the cost and any follow-up doses before you decide.

Your questions, answered

Can I book this vaccine directly?

Yes, you can request this service. The pharmacist will assess suitability and confirm availability before treatment. If you are unsure, select a travel-health consultation.

What if I have already had some doses?

Bring any records you have. The pharmacist will check your previous course and discuss what, if anything, is needed next.

Will I need another appointment?

That depends on the vaccine and your history. We’ll explain the schedule; one booking reserves one appointment, not an entire course.

Clinical reference: NHS / TravelHealthPro guidance. Information supports a consultation and is not a personalised vaccination recommendation.