Side effects: The vaccine may cause mild side effects such as soreness at the injection site, tiredness, irritability, or mild fever.
Additional precautions: Ensure children practise good hygiene while travelling, including handwashing and drinking safe water. Avoid exposure to unsafe medical practices or contact with blood.
Risks caused by hepatitis A and B:
- Hepatitis A spreads through contaminated food or water and can cause fever, stomach pain, and jaundice.
- Hepatitis B spreads through blood and bodily fluids and may lead to long-term liver problems.
