Side effects: The hepatitis A (junior) vaccine may cause mild side effects such as soreness or redness at the injection site, tiredness, headache, or mild fever.
Additional precautions: Encourage good hand hygiene, especially before eating and after using the toilet. When travelling, ensure children drink safe water and avoid food that may be undercooked or unhygienically prepared.
Risks caused by hepatitis A: Hepatitis A is a viral infection that affects the liver and can cause symptoms such as fever, nausea, abdominal pain, and jaundice. While children often have milder symptoms, the infection can still spread easily to others.