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Which vaccine is given to newborns in many countries on the day of birth?
Quick Answer
The hepatitis B vaccine is commonly given at birth in many countries. The birth dose helps prevent mother-to-child transmission.
The Full Story
The hepatitis B vaccine is one of the few vaccines routinely given at birth in many countries. The first dose is especially important because hepatitis B can be passed from mother to baby during delivery and can then become a lifelong infection. Birth-dose vaccination, followed by a full series, is a key strategy to prevent chronic infection and later liver disease. Many public health programs prioritize this dose because early protection matters so much.
Key Facts
1.Birth dose given in many countries
2.Prevents mother-to-child transmission
3.Chronic hepatitis B can lead to liver cancer
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