Hepatitis A Vaccine in Liverpool | Travel Health Clinic
Planning travel to India, Africa or South America? Get hepatitis A vaccine advice and appointments at a Liverpool travel clinic on Myrtle Street.
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Hepatitis A Vaccine in Liverpool | Travel Health Clinic
Planning travel to India, Africa or South America? Get hepatitis A vaccine advice and appointments at a Liverpool travel clinic on Myrtle Street.
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Trusted by 200+ patients
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Food, water and a vaccine worth planning early
Hepatitis A is a common travel vaccine consideration for trips where food and water hygiene may be less reliable than at home. At Liverpool Clinic in Liverpool, we see people travelling for family visits, work placements, backpacking routes and short holidays where the same infection can still matter. This page explains what hepatitis A is, where the risk tends to be higher, how the vaccine course works, and what to think about before you book.
Hepatitis A is a common travel vaccine consideration for trips where food and water hygiene may be less reliable than at home. At Liverpool Clinic in Liverpool, we see people travelling for family visits, work placements, backpacking routes and short holidays where the same infection can still matter. This page explains what hepatitis A is, where the risk tends to be higher, how the vaccine course works, and what to think about before you book.
Hepatitis A is a common travel vaccine consideration for trips where food and water hygiene may be less reliable than at home. At Liverpool Clinic in Liverpool, we see people travelling for family visits, work placements, backpacking routes and short holidays where the same infection can still matter. This page explains what hepatitis A is, where the risk tends to be higher, how the vaccine course works, and what to think about before you book.
A liver infection usually picked up through contaminated food or water
Hepatitis A is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. Travellers usually catch it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with tiny amounts of human faeces. That sounds blunt because it is. Poor hand hygiene, unsafe water, raw shellfish, undercooked food, salads washed in contaminated water and food handled by someone infectious can all play a part. The illness can be mild, especially in young children, and some people have few symptoms. Adults are more likely to feel properly unwell. Symptoms can include fever, tiredness, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, dark urine and jaundice, where the skin or whites of the eyes turn yellow. The average incubation period is about four weeks, though it can be shorter or longer. There is no specific antiviral treatment for hepatitis A. Most people recover, but the illness can last for weeks and can be more serious in older adults or people who already have liver disease.
Hepatitis A is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. Travellers usually catch it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with tiny amounts of human faeces. That sounds blunt because it is. Poor hand hygiene, unsafe water, raw shellfish, undercooked food, salads washed in contaminated water and food handled by someone infectious can all play a part. The illness can be mild, especially in young children, and some people have few symptoms. Adults are more likely to feel properly unwell. Symptoms can include fever, tiredness, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, dark urine and jaundice, where the skin or whites of the eyes turn yellow. The average incubation period is about four weeks, though it can be shorter or longer. There is no specific antiviral treatment for hepatitis A. Most people recover, but the illness can last for weeks and can be more serious in older adults or people who already have liver disease.
Hepatitis A is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. Travellers usually catch it by eating food or drinking water contaminated with tiny amounts of human faeces. That sounds blunt because it is. Poor hand hygiene, unsafe water, raw shellfish, undercooked food, salads washed in contaminated water and food handled by someone infectious can all play a part. The illness can be mild, especially in young children, and some people have few symptoms. Adults are more likely to feel properly unwell. Symptoms can include fever, tiredness, nausea, loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, dark urine and jaundice, where the skin or whites of the eyes turn yellow. The average incubation period is about four weeks, though it can be shorter or longer. There is no specific antiviral treatment for hepatitis A. Most people recover, but the illness can last for weeks and can be more serious in older adults or people who already have liver disease.
How the hepatitis A vaccine course usually works
The hepatitis A vaccine used for travel is an inactivated vaccine. It cannot give you hepatitis A. Its job is to train your immune system to recognise the virus before you are exposed to it abroad. For most travellers, hepatitis A vaccination starts with one injection before travel, followed by a second dose later to extend protection. Many UK schedules use a second dose around 6 to 12 months after the first, although the exact interval can vary by vaccine brand and whether a combined vaccine is used. Combined hepatitis A and typhoid, or hepatitis A and hepatitis B, may be considered if your itinerary points that way. Try to come in at least two weeks before departure if you can. Short notice is still worth discussing, particularly if you are travelling to a higher-risk area. Children can be vaccinated when assessed individually, and hepatitis A vaccines are commonly used from early childhood where appropriate. If you have had a previous hepatitis A jab, bring any record you have; you may not need to restart the course.
The hepatitis A vaccine used for travel is an inactivated vaccine. It cannot give you hepatitis A. Its job is to train your immune system to recognise the virus before you are exposed to it abroad. For most travellers, hepatitis A vaccination starts with one injection before travel, followed by a second dose later to extend protection. Many UK schedules use a second dose around 6 to 12 months after the first, although the exact interval can vary by vaccine brand and whether a combined vaccine is used. Combined hepatitis A and typhoid, or hepatitis A and hepatitis B, may be considered if your itinerary points that way. Try to come in at least two weeks before departure if you can. Short notice is still worth discussing, particularly if you are travelling to a higher-risk area. Children can be vaccinated when assessed individually, and hepatitis A vaccines are commonly used from early childhood where appropriate. If you have had a previous hepatitis A jab, bring any record you have; you may not need to restart the course.
The hepatitis A vaccine used for travel is an inactivated vaccine. It cannot give you hepatitis A. Its job is to train your immune system to recognise the virus before you are exposed to it abroad. For most travellers, hepatitis A vaccination starts with one injection before travel, followed by a second dose later to extend protection. Many UK schedules use a second dose around 6 to 12 months after the first, although the exact interval can vary by vaccine brand and whether a combined vaccine is used. Combined hepatitis A and typhoid, or hepatitis A and hepatitis B, may be considered if your itinerary points that way. Try to come in at least two weeks before departure if you can. Short notice is still worth discussing, particularly if you are travelling to a higher-risk area. Children can be vaccinated when assessed individually, and hepatitis A vaccines are commonly used from early childhood where appropriate. If you have had a previous hepatitis A jab, bring any record you have; you may not need to restart the course.
Trips where hepatitis A risk is more likely to matter
Hepatitis A vaccination is commonly advised for travel to places where the infection is more common or where sanitation and food hygiene may be unreliable. That includes South Asia, particularly India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal; much of sub-Saharan and North Africa; parts of Southeast Asia; South and Central America; the Middle East; and some areas of Eastern Europe. Risk is not limited to backpacking or basic accommodation. Cases have occurred in people staying in good hotels, because a single contaminated meal can be enough. The need for vaccination is more likely if you are staying with family, eating locally, travelling for several weeks, working in healthcare or humanitarian settings, or going somewhere with limited access to safe water and medical care.
Hepatitis A vaccination is commonly advised for travel to places where the infection is more common or where sanitation and food hygiene may be unreliable. That includes South Asia, particularly India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal; much of sub-Saharan and North Africa; parts of Southeast Asia; South and Central America; the Middle East; and some areas of Eastern Europe. Risk is not limited to backpacking or basic accommodation. Cases have occurred in people staying in good hotels, because a single contaminated meal can be enough. The need for vaccination is more likely if you are staying with family, eating locally, travelling for several weeks, working in healthcare or humanitarian settings, or going somewhere with limited access to safe water and medical care.
Hepatitis A vaccination is commonly advised for travel to places where the infection is more common or where sanitation and food hygiene may be unreliable. That includes South Asia, particularly India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal; much of sub-Saharan and North Africa; parts of Southeast Asia; South and Central America; the Middle East; and some areas of Eastern Europe. Risk is not limited to backpacking or basic accommodation. Cases have occurred in people staying in good hotels, because a single contaminated meal can be enough. The need for vaccination is more likely if you are staying with family, eating locally, travelling for several weeks, working in healthcare or humanitarian settings, or going somewhere with limited access to safe water and medical care.
Book once your route and dates are firm
If hepatitis A is on your travel vaccine list, bring your destination, departure date, length of stay and any old vaccine records to your appointment. Liverpool Clinic is on Myrtle Street, handy for people coming from the City Centre or Sefton Park, and appointments are kept practical: what you need, when you need it, and what can wait. Call 0151 7097796 or book your travel health appointment before the last-minute packing starts.
If hepatitis A is on your travel vaccine list, bring your destination, departure date, length of stay and any old vaccine records to your appointment. Liverpool Clinic is on Myrtle Street, handy for people coming from the City Centre or Sefton Park, and appointments are kept practical: what you need, when you need it, and what can wait. Call 0151 7097796 or book your travel health appointment before the last-minute packing starts.
If hepatitis A is on your travel vaccine list, bring your destination, departure date, length of stay and any old vaccine records to your appointment. Liverpool Clinic is on Myrtle Street, handy for people coming from the City Centre or Sefton Park, and appointments are kept practical: what you need, when you need it, and what can wait. Call 0151 7097796 or book your travel health appointment before the last-minute packing starts.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon before travel should I get the hepatitis A vaccine?
Two weeks before travel is a good target, as it gives your immune system time to respond. If you are leaving sooner, do not assume you have missed the window. A pharmacist can still assess whether vaccination is sensible for your trip.
Do I need a second hepatitis A dose after my holiday?
Is hepatitis A vaccine recommended for India?
Can I have hepatitis A vaccine if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
What side effects can happen after hepatitis A vaccination?
How soon before travel should I get the hepatitis A vaccine?
Two weeks before travel is a good target, as it gives your immune system time to respond. If you are leaving sooner, do not assume you have missed the window. A pharmacist can still assess whether vaccination is sensible for your trip.
Do I need a second hepatitis A dose after my holiday?
Is hepatitis A vaccine recommended for India?
Can I have hepatitis A vaccine if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
What side effects can happen after hepatitis A vaccination?
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Liverpool's Leading Travel Vaccination Pharmacy.
37 Myrtle Street
Liverpool
L7 7AJ
0151 542 5420
Vaccines
Location - Opening Hours
• Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm Saturday 9am - 12pm
2026 Liverpool Clinic
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Liverpool Clinic
Liverpool's Leading Travel Vaccination Pharmacy.
37 Myrtle Street
Liverpool
L7 7AJ
0151 542 5420
Vaccines
Location - Opening Hours
• Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm Saturday 9am - 12pm
2026 Liverpool Clinic
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