“Prevention is always better than cure.” But still preventive healthcare is lacking in India. People do not go to doctors until and unless it reaches a critical point.
According to the WHO, around two billion people worldwide are infected with the Hepatitis B virus and 600,000 die each year due to its consequences. In India, approximately 80 million people harbour the Hepatitis B virus, which results in around 240,000 deaths annually.
India reports one-fourth of the world’s cervical cancer cases. But only less than 10 percent of people opt for vaccinations. People need to be more aware and take charge of their own safety and well-being and keep away diseases and illnesses which can be prevented with vaccination.
Vaccination not only saves lives but is also more cost-effective considering the cost of treatment and loss of work days. It stimulates and enhances the body’s immune system to protect against various infectious diseases.
Thus, more and more people should opt for vaccines to stay healthy.
Government of India has recommended a program for immunization of Adults.
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Source-Times of India,medguideindia
Hepatitis B vaccination is an important part of adult immunization. Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to serious health problems, including cirrhosis and liver cancer. The hepatitis B vaccine is safe and effective, and is recommended for all adults who are at increased risk of infection.
Adults who should consider getting vaccinated for hepatitis B include:
- Health care workers
- People with chronic liver disease
- People with HIV
- People who inject drugs
- Men who have sex with men
- People with multiple sexual partners
- People who have been in close contact with someone with hepatitis B
- International travelers to regions with moderate or high rates of hepatitis B
- People with occupations that put them at risk of exposure to blood or body fluids
- People who have been in prison
The hepatitis B vaccine is typically given as a series of 3 doses over 6 months, with a booster dose given at least 12 months after the initial series. After completing the series, most people will be protected against hepatitis B for at least 20 years and many for life.
It’s important to note that even if a person has had hepatitis B infection, they still need to be vaccinated as the protection from the natural infection may not be long-term.
