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Q&A: The Critical Role of the Hepatitis B Vaccine

Hepatitis B is a highly contagious virus that can cause serious liver conditions, including cirrhosis and liver cancer. 0:00 What is hepatitis B? 0:22 How common is hepatitis B? 0:41 Is hepatitis B contagious? 1:04 Who should get the hepatitis B vaccine? 1:22 Why is the hepatitis B vaccine given to newborns? Pediatrician Dr. Pilar Bradshaw of Eugene Pediatric Associates in Eugene, Ore., explains why this virus is a global health concern, how it spreads (including from mother to newborn), and why the vaccine series is essential—especially starting in the newborn period—to interrupt transmission. Key Information & Vaccine Schedule: • What is Hepatitis B? A serious virus damaging the liver. • Who is at Risk? It can pass through intimate contact, shared needles, and from mom to baby during birth • The Vaccine: Recommended for babies (3 doses starting at birth) and older children/adults who are unvaccinated. For more info, see https://www.eugenepeds.com/topics/vac.... Make sure you and your family are up to date on vaccines and protect your liver health!