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Hepatitis A 2007/11/13 20:54
Hi,

Just wondering what the chances of getting infected with Hepatitis A is in Japan. i.e. is the drinking water safe? are people vaccinated against the disease?

Unfortunately, I didn't go see my doctor about getting the required shots (first time overseas) and shots and its too late to take the shots.

Cheers,
by Hung  

. 2007/11/13 22:56
Well, im not a doctor but basically from what I've heard your no more likely to catch it in japan then you are in the States/Canada/Europe.

I went last year and didnt get the shot either and came out fine.
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Hep A shot 2007/11/14 08:13
You can get Hepatitis A anywhere so it is a good shot to have, but as above you are not really any more likely to pick up Hep A in Japan than you are in your home country, so don't worry about it- get it next time you travel.
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