Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B is a bloodborne viral liver infection. The vaccine provides lifelong protection and is recommended for travellers with potential exposure through medical care, new partners, or adventure activities.
What it protects against
Hepatitis B virus (HBV), spread through blood, sexual contact, and body fluids.
Who should get it
- •Long-stay travellers (>6 months)
- •Medical/humanitarian workers, divers, adventure travellers
- •Travellers considering medical/dental care abroad
- •All unvaccinated adults (universal recommendation)
Not recommended for
- •Severe allergy to yeast or vaccine component
Destinations where Hepatitis B is recommended
Full destination guides for Hepatitis B travel
Explore our country guides — each covers the full vaccine plan, malaria risk, local health considerations, and FAQs.
Side effects & safety
- Mild soreness
- Low-grade fever uncommon
- Very safe
Key facts
- 1Often given as Twinrix (Hep A + B combined) for efficiency
- 2Accelerated schedules available for last-minute travel
Get vaccinated at our Toronto travel clinic
Book a virtual consultation with our ISTM CTH® physicians, then visit our Toronto pharmacy for vaccination. We serve patients from across the GTA — including Mississauga, Etobicoke, and across Toronto.
Need the hepatitis b for your trip?
Book a virtual consultation with a licensed Canadian physician. We'll review your itinerary, issue the prescription, and administer the vaccine at our Toronto pharmacy.
Book your consultationFrequently asked: Hepatitis B Vaccine
Do I need Hep B if I'm just doing a tourist trip?
For short resort trips, Hep B is a lower priority than Hep A and typhoid. For longer stays, medical procedures abroad, or adventurous itineraries, it is strongly recommended — and universally recommended for all adults anyway.
Explore other travel vaccines
This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace an individual medical consultation. Recommendations vary based on your health history, destination, and planned activities. A consultation with our licensed physician is required before any prescription or vaccine is issued.