Vaccine Preventable Illness: Hepatitis B
Hep B is spread through blood, semen and other body fluids from one infected person to another. This virus causes a liver infection that can be short-term or lead to chronic issues.
Hep B vaccines are given starting a birth and recommended for all individuals.
The Bollinger County Health Center offers Hepatitis B Vaccines for children, adolescents and adults.
Questions about vaccination? Call and speak with a nurse: 573-238-2817
For more information about Hep B: https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/hbv/index.htm....
Original source can be found here.
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