Vaccination against hepatitis A

Hepatitis A and B are infectious liver inflammations. They can both be transmitted sexually. Currently, it is possible to get vaccinated against these two types of viral hepatitis. The vaccination consists of several injections at staggered intervals. Learn more about the benefits, risks, side-effects and costs from a healthcare professional.

More information about the clinical picture can be found at STI: hepatitis A and STI: hepatitis B. 

Who will be vaccinated?

Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended for highly affected groups, but can also make sense in combination with hepatitis B for everyone. Please see our vaccination recommendations and talk to a healthcare professional.

How is the vaccine administered?

Two doses of the vaccine provide lasting protection for decades. In most cases, a combination vaccination with hepatitis B is administered.

How much does it cost?

The costs for hepatitis A vaccination are covered by health insurance for people with an elevated hepatitis A risk, but is not covered for travellers, for example, even though vaccination is recommended in that case. Clarify your questions about costs with a medical expert.

When should a person not get vaccinated?

People who have a severe allergy against one of the ingredients of the vaccine or who had a severe allergic reaction after a previous vaccination must not get vaccinated.
In the event of a minor illness, the vaccination can be postponed by one to two weeks.