RBR Evidence Summary: <strong>Hepatitis A or A/B combined</strong>

Hepatitis A or A/B combined

Hepatitis A or A/B combined (HAHB – when Hepatitis B vaccine has not been previously given):

Children 6 months and older in high-risk groups should receive 2 doses of the hepatitis A vaccine given 6-36 months apart (depending on product used). HAHB is the preferred vaccine for individuals with indications for immunization against both hepatitis A and hepatitis B, who are ≥12 months unless medical condition indicates high dose Hep B vaccine required.

These vaccines should also be considered when traveling to countries where Hepatitis A or B are endemic.

Possible HAHB schedules include 12 months to 18 years: 2 doses at months 0 and 6-12; OR 3 doses at months 0, 1, and 6 depending on age and product used.

Parent Resources

Caring For Kids - Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS)

Caring for Kids New to Canada. - Canadian Paediatric Society

Hepatitis A - Canadian Paediatric Society – Caring for Kids

Hepatitis B Vaccine - Canadian Paediatric Society – Caring for Kids

About Kids Health - The Hospital for Sick Children

Hepatitis A - The Hospital for Sick Children – AboutKidsHealth

Other Sources

Immunization information. - Immunize Canada