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Infant hepatitis B - birth dose

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Infant hepatitis B - birth dose

Information about the hepatitis B vaccine given to newborn babies. Includes information about the disease, why babies should have the vaccine, and information about possible side effects. It is important to start the hepatitis B immunisation as soon as possible after birth.
Target audience:
Parents or carers
Service area:
VIC
Published:
December 2021
Last reviewed:
March 2024
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