Under 16 years of age

• Hepatitis A is a highly infectious virus that causes inflammation of the liver. The virus can be spread through water contaminated with human faeces or by direct contact with a person already infected with Hepatitis A. Most infections occur in low-income countries with relatively poor hygiene practises.
• Symptoms of Hepatitis A may include: fever, loss of appetite, jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin), malaise and nausea.
• The vaccine schedule: 2 doses, 6-12 months apart.
• Length of protection: 25 years.