The risk to short term travellers is low however the risk of infection is dependent on activities and behavior while travelling. Travellers intending on receiving medical or dental treatment, acupuncture, piercings, and tattoos are at risk. Travellers intending on playing contact sports are also at a higher risk.

Individuals who have contracted Hepatitis B may get flu like symptoms such as tiredness, general aches and pains, fever and headaches. Hepatitis B can infect the liver which can then cause yellowing of the skin and eyes.

The Hepatitis B vaccination is a three dose course which as a standard is given over 6 months however can be given as an accelerated course over 1 month with a booster after a year.