Hepatitis A vaccination
The most commonly given travel vaccination. One injection protects you against a liver infection that can keep you ill for weeks.
Hepatitis A spreads through contaminated food and water — think unwashed fruit, salads, ice cubes or shellfish. In many holiday destinations the virus is common, and travellers regularly bring it home. The infection is not treatable; vaccination is the way to prevent it, and it is the vaccination we give most often.
- One injection protects from roughly two weeks onwards
- A second injection after 6 to 12 months protects for around 25 years
- Still worthwhile when given just before departure
- Can be combined with hepatitis B in a single vaccine
- Suitable for children from 1 year of age
- Often reimbursed by supplementary health insurance
For which destinations is it advised?
Hepatitis A is advised for almost every trip outside Western Europe, North America, Japan, Australia and New Zealand, including:
The vaccination schedule
First injection
Protects from about two weeks after the injection, for roughly a year. Enough for a single trip.
Second injection
Given 6 to 12 months later and extends protection to about 25 years. Ideal if you travel more often.
Late is not too late
Because of the long incubation period, an injection shortly before departure still gives protection.
Hepatitis A is often combined with other travel vaccinations in one appointment, and can be given as a combination vaccine with hepatitis B. See our pricing page for the current rates, or use the cost calculator.
Frequently asked questions
Arrange your hepatitis A vaccination
Book an appointment in Amsterdam — evenings and weekends possible.
020 261 7094