Hepatitis A Vaccination Service

Hepatitis A is a highly infectious virus that can cause liver inflammation. The virus is usually transmitted through food or water contaminated by human faeces or by contact with an infectious person.

Hepatitis A Vaccination Service

Next-day appointments available

Book an appointment at one of our branches for next-day service.

About hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. The disease is generally mild, but the severity tends to increase with age. The asymptomatic illness is common in children. Jaundice may occur in 70–80% of those infected as adults.

Symptoms are often mild or absent in young children, but the disease becomes more severe with age. Recovery can vary from weeks to months. Following hepatitis A illness, immunity is lifelong.

How can you get hepatitis A?

Hepatitis A is caused by a virus that spreads in poo, and some travellers are at increased risk of acquiring hepatitis A. You can get hepatitis A from:

  • drinking unclean water

  • eating food that's been washed or grown in unclean water

  • eating food that's been handled by an infected person

  • close physical contact with an infected person, including having sex and sharing needles to take drugs

  • staying with or visiting the local population

  • travelling to areas where sanitation and food hygiene are likely to be poor

  • being exposed to the virus through work

  • going to areas of hepatitis A outbreaks who have limited access to safe water and medical care

Available service options

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, email our customer care team or chat with us.

  • Hepatitis A Vaccine - Single Dose

    £69.99 per patient

    This service option is for individuals aged 16 years and over. You will require two doses to complete the full course to be fully protected.

  • Hepatitis A Vaccine - Complete Course

    £130 per patient

    You will require two doses to complete the full course to be fully protected. This service option is for individuals aged 16 years and over.

  • Combined Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B - Single Dose

    £89.99 per patient

    Our combined vaccine offers protection from hepatitis A and hepatitis B in one single injection. You will require three doses to complete the full course to be fully protected.

  • Combined Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B - Complete Course

    £255 per patient

    To be fully protected, you will require three or four doses to complete the full course. Our pharmacist will advise you on how many doses you need during the consultation.

  • Hepatitis A Vaccine (Paediatric) - Single Dose

    £60 per patient

    You will require two doses to complete the full course to be fully protected. This service option is for individuals aged between 1 and 15 years old.

  • Hepatitis A Vaccine (Paediatric) - Complete Course

    £110 per patient

    This service option is for individuals aged between 1 and 15 years old. You will require two doses to complete the full course to be fully protected.

Prefer to book this service over the phone?

Call us on 0113 322 9984

Number of doses required and when to boost

Number of doses

When to boost

Two dose schedule of hepatitis A vaccine should be given at day 0 and then 6 to 12 months after the initial dose, but in late-presenting travellers, a course does not need to be restarted.

Protection is expected for 25 years from the second dose, and a further booster is generally not needed except for those at ongoing risk.

Not sure what service option you need?

If you are unsure which vaccines you need for your holiday, why not take advantage of our travel health advice service? This service includes a personalised telephone consultation to determine your travel health requirements, including vaccination, altitude sickness, jet lag, period delay, travellers' diarrhoea and antimalarials.

High risk areas for hepatitis A

Areas with high levels of infection include low-income countries that may have relatively poor sanitary conditions and hygiene practices. These areas include: 

  • The Indian subcontinent

  • Sub-Saharan and North Africa

  • Parts of the Far East

  • South and Central America

  • The Middle East

What our customers think

5 out of 5 stars

Vaccinations all given professionally plus lots of useful medical advice given for our holiday.

Andy Boothroyd

5 out of 5 stars

Offered me a blood pressure check which I happily accepted. Attended on the same day. Asked if it were possible to pay for a flu jab (I’m not eligible yet) and got that at the same time! Excellent!! Very polite and helpful.

Penny Speers

5 out of 5 stars

Professional and conscientious staff. Mehwish did a great job syringing my ears, thanks 😊

Thomas Francos

5 out of 5 stars

I booked the ear syringing service at Midway Pharmacy in Morley through the online booking system. Really friendly and professional service from Sharon. I’m really grateful to be able to hear properly again. The treatment only took a few minutes and Sharon is clearly really well trained at what she does. Thank you again.

Paul Mcgrath

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Frequently asked questions

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    • How is hepatitis A transmitted?

      The hepatitis A virus is usually ingested via contaminated food or water and is endemic to countries with insufficient sanitation systems and poor access to clean food and water. It can spread rapidly and is known to cause sudden epidemics.

    • Do I need a booster for the hepatitis A vaccine?

      Once you have completed the course of two doses, protection is expected for 25 years from the second dose then a further booster is generally not needed except for those at ongoing risk.

    • What are the side effects of the hepatitis A vaccine?

      Some people develop temporary soreness, redness and hardening of the skin at the injection site after having the hepatitis A vaccine. A small, painless lump may also form, but this usually disappears quickly and isn't a cause for concern.

      Less common side effects include:

      • a slightly raised temperature

      • feeling unwell

      • tiredness

      • headache

      • feeling sick

      • loss of appetite

    • How do I reduce the risk of hepatitis A?

      You can help prevent hepatitis A when travelling by:

      • washing your hands thoroughly before preparing and eating food

      • drinking bottled water

      • avoiding eating shellfish and uncooked fruit and vegetables

      • using a condom or dam when having sex

    • What are the symptoms of hepatitis A?

      Symptoms of hepatitis A infection include:

      • a high temperature

      • flu-like symptoms, such as tiredness, headache, and muscle pains

      • feeling sick or being sick

      • pain in your upper tummy

      • loss of appetite

      • diarrhoea or constipation

      • pale yellow or pale grey poo

      • dark brown pee

      • itchy skin – you may also have a raised rash (hives)

      • yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes (jaundice)

      Most children, and some adults, may have mild symptoms or no symptoms.

    • Is the hepatitis A vaccine free for healthcare workers?

      Your employer should organise your vaccination if your job puts you at risk.

    • How do I prevent hepatitis A?

      Vaccination is the best way to prevent hepatitis A. However, Hepatitis A vaccines are not routinely offered in the UK because the risk of getting infected is low.

      You need to get a vaccine if you are at high risk of catching or getting seriously ill from hepatitis A. For example:

      • you are travelling to a country where hepatitis A is common – you may need to pay for a hepatitis A vaccine for travel

      • you have recently been in close physical contact with someone with hepatitis A

      • you have long-term liver disease

      • you have a blood clotting disorder, such as some people with haemophilia

      • you are a man who has sex with men

      • your job puts you at risk of infection – for example, you’re a healthcare worker or a sewage worker

    • Are next-day appointments available?

      Yes, you can get next-day appointments at all our branches. Contact our customer care team if you cannot find an available slot.

    • How can I ease the symptoms of hepatitis A?

      There are some things you can do when you have hepatitis A to help ease the symptoms and to stop infecting others.

      Do

      Don't

      Limit contact with other people for 7 days after your symptoms started or seven days after jaundice started (adults should stay off work, and children should stay off from school or nursery)

      Do not drink alcohol

      Rest and drink plenty of fluids

      Do not prepare food or drink for others

      Take painkillers like ibuprofen and paracetamol - ask your doctor for advice on how much paracetamol you should take because you may not be able to take a normal dose

      Do not have sex without a condom or dam until you're no longer infectious

      Keep your room well-ventilated, wear loose-fitting clothing, and avoid hot baths and showers if you feel itchy

      Do not share needles with others

      Wash your hands thoroughly after going to the toilet

    • Where is this service available?

      This service is available in our branches, which are commutable from anywhere in Yorkshire, including Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, York, Huddersfield, Sheffield, Barnsley, Hull, Doncaster, Ripon, Harrogate, Dewsbury, Keighley and Scarborough.

    • Is the hepatitis A vaccine available on the NHS?

      The hepatitis A vaccine is usually available for free on the NHS for anyone who needs it.

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Next-day appointments are available at our branches.