Patient's question:
My baby just got born, and the doctor said we need to get the hepatitis B vaccine. I've heard about this before, that newborns must get the hepatitis B vaccine. However, I still have some doubts about its necessity. In our rural area, many children are born without getting this vaccine, so I want to consult about the necessity of getting this vaccine.What kind of help I need: Is it mandatory to get the hepatitis B vaccine for a newborn baby?
Doctor's answer:
A newborn is an infant who is one month old. During the neonatal period, it is necessary to use the hepatitis B vaccine and BCG vaccine. Later, the polio vaccine, DTP vaccine, and measles vaccine should be used. These are essential vaccines. Additionally, the meningococcal vaccine and Japanese encephalitis vaccine are also useful. Other vaccines can be decided based on your financial situation. The vaccination process has specific procedures and is quite strict. You can consult at the local disease prevention station. Wishing you health and happiness.