Hepatitis A Vaccination for Bayside Travellers

Hepatitis A vaccination is available at Mentone General Practice for anyone preparing to travel. You can book your appointment here:
https://mentonegeneralpractice.com.au/travel-clinic-bayside/

Residents in Mentone, Beaumaris, Moorabbin, Mordialloc, Cheltenham, Sandringham, Hampton and surrounding areas can receive Hepatitis A vaccination and full travel advice at the clinic. It is convenient for families, business travellers and anyone needing protection before international travel.

Who Needs Hepatitis A Vaccination Before Travel

Hepatitis A vaccination is recommended for all travellers aged one year and older visiting moderately to highly endemic regions. This includes expatriates, adventure travellers and people visiting friends and relatives overseas.

Hepatitis A spreads easily through contaminated food, unfiltered water and close contact. Many travellers are exposed despite being careful, especially in regions with limited sanitation.

What Is Hepatitis A?

Hepatitis A is an acute viral infection that affects the liver. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include fatigue, nausea, abdominal discomfort and jaundice. Most people recover fully, but the illness can last for weeks and disrupt travel plans.

The infection spreads through the faecal–oral route. It is highly contagious, which is why vaccination is strongly recommended before travelling overseas.

Hepatitis A Vaccine Schedule for Travellers

A single dose of a monovalent Hepatitis A vaccine provides protective antibody levels.
A second dose is recommended 6 to 12 months later to extend immunity.

Travellers who also need protection from Hepatitis B can receive a combination Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccine.

Ages 1 to <16 years

A two-dose schedule using Twinrix 720/20, with doses six months apart.

Ages 16 years and older

A standard three-dose schedule.
If travel is imminent, a rapid schedule can be used:
• Day 0
• Day 7
• Day 21
• Final dose at 12 months
The last dose is essential for long-term protection.

Travellers who previously received a combined Hepatitis A/Typhoid vaccine should receive one monovalent adult Hepatitis A dose at least six months later.

Why Vaccination Matters

Hepatitis A is common in many parts of the world. Even careful travellers can be exposed through simple activities like eating at markets, drinking iced beverages or sharing food.

Vaccination provides reliable protection. It keeps you healthy, prevents trip disruptions and reduces the risk of spreading infection to others after returning home.

Local and Convenient for Bayside Residents

Mentone General Practice offers Hepatitis A vaccination and travel health advice for residents of Mentone, Beaumaris, Moorabbin, Mordialloc, Cheltenham, Sandringham, Hampton and nearby suburbs. The clinic provides clear guidance and flexible appointment times.

Book Your Hepatitis A Vaccination

Prepare for safe and healthy travel.
You can book your Hepatitis A vaccination at:
https://mentonegeneralpractice.com.au/travel-clinic-bayside/