Hepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable liver infection spread through contaminated food and water, posing a risk to travellers visiting many parts of the world including Southern and South Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The Priory Pharmacy in York provides Hepatitis A vaccination as part of our private travel health service, as well as for individuals whose clinical circumstances make vaccination advisable independent of travel plans.
15 to 20 minutes per dose
Cost Private service for most patients. NHS funding may apply in specific clinical circumstances. Contact The Priory Pharmacy York.
Travellers visiting Hepatitis A endemic regions where food and water safety may be uncertain Individuals with chronic liver disease, for whom Hepatitis A infection could be particularly serious Men who have sex with men, in line with current UK public health guidance Workers in settings with potential exposure to Hepatitis A, such as sewage treatment or healthcare
The Hepatitis A vaccine is a highly effective inactivated vaccine administered as a primary dose followed by a booster at six to twelve months. The primary dose provides protection from approximately two weeks after administration and is sufficient for short to medium-term travel. The booster dose extends protection to approximately twenty-five years, making it a highly cost-effective long-term investment for those who travel regularly. The vaccine can be administered alongside many other travel vaccines, and a combined Hepatitis A and B vaccine (Twinrix) is available for those who require protection against both viruses. Our travel health team will advise on the most appropriate schedule for your circumstances.
A travel health consultation or clinical assessment to confirm that Hepatitis A vaccination is appropriate for you
Administration of the hHepatitis A vaccine with clear guidance on the timing of your booster dose
Advice on food and water precautions to complement vaccination in endemic regions
Documentation of your vaccination, which may be useful for future travel health records
The vaccine should ideally be given at least two to four weeks before departure to allow full immune response. However, even a vaccine given shortly before travel provides meaningful early protection. Do not delay vaccination simply because your travel date is close.
The booster at six to twelve months after the primary dose dramatically extends protection from one to two years to approximately twenty-five years. For anyone who travels regularly, it is a very worthwhile investment.
Yes. A combined Hepatitis A and B vaccine is available and is a convenient option for those who need both. Three doses of the combined vaccine are typically required.
NHS funding for Hepatitis A vaccination is available for specific clinical groups in England, such as individuals with chronic liver disease. Vaccination for travel is usually a private service.
Planning a trip to a hepatitis A risk region? Book a travel health appointment at The Priory Pharmacy in York as early as possible before you travel. Our team will provide the vaccine and any additional travel health guidance to help you enjoy your journey with confidence.
Hepatitis A infection can be a debilitating illness that causes weeks of jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal discomfort, often seriously disrupting travel plans and work commitments. For those with underlying liver conditions, it can be life-threatening. Prevention through vaccination is straightforward, highly effective, and long-lasting. The Priory Pharmacy in York incorporates Hepatitis A vaccination into a broader travel health assessment that considers your full itinerary and helps you arrive at your destination as protected as possible.
The Priory Pharmacy is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). All services are delivered by qualified, registered professionals in accordance with GPhC standards of conduct, ethics, and performance.
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