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Get all 3 shots to prevent Hepatitis B
According to relevant statistics in Hong Kong, up to 40% of the population has been infected with Hepatitis B virus, and nearly 600,000 Hong Kong people are carriers of Hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B virus can result in the death of a large amount of liver cells, damaging liver functions. About 25% of the carriers will develop into chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis or liver cancer. The most effective way to prevent Hepatitis B is to receive vaccinations.
Swindon Medical provides the most comprehensive Hepatitis B vaccination
Name: Hepatitis B Vaccine (intramuscular Injection in the arm)
Suitable for: People of all ages
The hepatitis B vaccine is effective in preventing viral infection and the liver diseases it causes, including cirrhosis and liver cancer
90%-95% of people can develop protective antibodies after three doses of the vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine is very safe with very few side effects
Hepatitis B Vaccination Procedure
Adults must undergo Hepatitis B antigen and antibody tests before vaccination to determine whether they are carriers of the virus or have antibodies. If both are negative, three doses of vaccine can be given.
Complete the three doses within six months to produce the best antibody effect.
Hepatitis B can cause cancer!
Please contact Swindon Medical to learn more about the details of the Hepatitis B Vaccine and make an appointment
What is hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is an infectious disease caused by the Hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B viral infection can result in the death of a large amount of liver cells, damaging liver functions. About 5 to 10% of adult patients and 95% of infants infected from their mother are unable to clear the virus, and thus becoming chronic carriers. They may later suffer from chronic hepatitis, permanent liver damage or liver cancer.
Mode of transmission
Hepatitis B virus can be found in blood and body fluids of an infected person. The virus is transmitted in the following ways:
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By accidental contact of blood or body fluids of an infected person with an abrasion of the skin, mucous membranes of the eyes, or mouth
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By sharing contaminated needles
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By ear-piercing, tattooing or acupuncture using contaminated instruments
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By sharing contaminated personal items such as razors and nail cutters
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By using medical equipment not properly sterilized
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By transfusion of contaminated blood or blood products
Persons at higher risk of infection should be vaccinated to protect themselves and others
Since 1988, the universal childhood Hepatitis B vaccination programme has been implemented in Hong Kong. All babies born in Hong Kong receive the birth dose of vaccination in hospital. The second and third doses are given at 1 month and 6 months of age.
Moreover, the following groups at higher risk of infection should receive hepatitis B vaccine:
Family members (such as parents, siblings and children) and sexual partners of people with chronic Hepatitis B
Injection drug users
Men who have sex with men
HIV-infected person
People who receive blood or blood products on a regular basis
People on dialysis
Healthcare workers who might be in contact with blood or other body fluids
Prevention of Hepatitis B
- Avoid sharing syringes, razors, toothbrushes and other items that may be contaminated with blood
- Clean and dress the wound properly
- Wear gloves when touching blood and body fluids
- Disinfect blood-contaminated items with diluted household bleach (mixing 1 part of bleach with 4 parts of water)
- Take safety precautions before having sex
- Receive Hepatitis B vaccination