Hepatitis B is NOT just an STD! And the vaccine provides multiple benefits. Protection from Mother-to-Child Transmission: Mothers who are infected with Hep B can transmit the virus to their babies during childbirth. The vaccine provides immediate protection to newborns, reducing the risk of infection. Early Detection and Treatment: Infants who receive the Hep B vaccine are more likely to be diagnosed and treated early if they become infected later in life. This increases the chances of a success

HEPATITIS B VACCINE There’s so much we can into when talking about this vaccine but today I wanted to focus on the risks alone. There’s debate among practitioners if this vaccine is still necessary, some see its previous benefits, while others say keeping it on the schedule is criminal. WHAT DO YOU THINK? Let me know in the comments! Stay tuned for juicy controversies surrounding the development and approval for this vaccine later💃🏼 | Katie Collins, PA-C