YOUR ONE‑STOP VACCINATION CLINIC

Hepatitis A Vaccine

YOUR ONE‑STOP VACCINATION CLINIC

Hepatitis A Vaccine

We provide a full range of travel vaccinations and medications. Private, same‑day appointments available at Balance Pharmacy & Travel Clinic.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. It spreads mainly through the faeco‑oral route — by consuming contaminated food or water, or through close contact with an infected person. Risk is higher in regions with limited access to clean water and sanitation, and with street‑food or raw/undercooked shellfish.

Vaccination provides highly effective protection for travellers. It is recommended for most trips to areas of intermediate or high risk, especially for longer stays, backpacking, visiting friends and relatives, or where food hygiene is uncertain.

Balance Pharmacy & Travel Clinic

General Contact & Travel Vaccination

Tel: 01889 562 063

Email: info@balancepharmacy.co.uk

Uttoxeter | Staffordshire | ST14 8JG

Balance Pharmacy & Travel Clinic

General Contact & Travel Vaccination

Tel: 01889 562 063

Email: info@balancepharmacy.co.uk

Uttoxeter | Staffordshire | ST14 8JG

Signs & Symptoms

  • Fever, fatigue and malaise

  • Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting

  • Abdominal pain/discomfort (often in the upper right side)

  • Dark urine and pale stools

  • Jaundice (yellowing of the skin/eyes)

Use this map to identify areas of risk for travel

Call the clinic or send us an enquiry and our travel specialists will advise based on the latest guidance for your destination.

Vaccination Pricing

Pricing includes private consultation and vaccine administration. Final fees may vary by clinic. Please ask our team for the latest price.

 

Vaccine No. of doses Price per dose Pricing per course
Hepatitis A Vaccine 1 £79 –

A single dose provides protection from about 2 weeks after vaccination. A booster 6–12 months later extends protection for 20–25 years (brand dependent).

Course Schedule

 

Standard schedule:

 Booster
1 dose gives protection for 1 year. Booster dose after 6–12 months gives protection for 25+ years.

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Balance Pharmacy offers a wide range of travel vaccinations and tailored health advice. Contact us today to get you and your loved ones protected.

Quick appointments

Book quickly online or by phone — we aim to offer same‑day availability when you need it most.

Expert Pharmacists

Personalised, professional travel advice based on your itinerary, medical history and latest guidance.

Competitive Pricing

Transparent prices and excellent value, without compromising on quality or care.

FAQs

Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). Most people fully recover, but illness can be unpleasant and occasionally severe, particularly in older adults or those with existing liver disease.

HAV spreads via the faeco‑oral route — contaminated water, ice, raw fruit/veg washed in unsafe water, uncooked or undercooked shellfish, and poor hand hygiene. Prevention includes vaccination, drinking sealed bottled/boiled water, avoiding ice, eating food that is cooked and served hot, peeling fruit yourself, and frequent hand‑washing or alcohol gel use.

Most travellers to areas with intermediate or high HAV prevalence (parts of Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Central/South America, and Eastern Europe) should be vaccinated — especially long‑stay travellers, backpackers, those visiting friends and relatives, aid workers, or anyone with chronic liver disease.

One dose gives short‑term protection. A booster at 6–12 months extends protection for 20–25 years (brand dependent). If it has been longer than this window, speak to our pharmacist — a late booster can still be beneficial.

Yes, combined vaccines such as Hepatitis A & Typhoid or Hepatitis A & B may be suitable depending on your itinerary and vaccine history. We can advise the best option at your consultation.

Usually mild and short‑lived: soreness or redness at the injection site, low‑grade fever, tiredness, or headache. Serious reactions are very rare. Seek advice if symptoms worry you.

People with a severe allergy to a previous hepatitis A vaccine dose or component should not receive it. If you feel unwell with a high fever, vaccination may be postponed. Pregnant or breastfeeding travellers can usually be vaccinated if risk warrants — we will assess this with you.

Book Your Travel Vaccination appointment today

You can walk in anytime during opening hours, or book an appointment online.

Book online now or call us on 01889 562063 to speak with a member of our pharmacy team.