Question
My father is a carrier of the hepatitis B virus, and my child has just been born. Should I give the child a hepatitis B immunoglobulin injection? My wife does not have hepatitis and has antibodies.
Answer
Hepatitis B is a serious infectious disease. According to the children’s immunization plan, newborns should receive the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours, which is free of charge. Given your family situation, it is recommended that your child be administered the hepatitis B immunoglobulin, as you are a carrier of the hepatitis B virus and belong to a high-risk group. At the same time, it is suggested that other family members receive the adult hepatitis B vaccine to prevent transmission. These vaccines can be administered at local health departments.