It is completely normal to have questions about the medications and vaccines recommended for your new baby. As your physicians, we want to help you understand the latest updates regarding the Hepatitis B vaccine so you can feel confident in your healthcare decisions. What is Hepatitis B and Why Does it Matter? Hepatitis B is a virus that can cause a serious, lifelong liver infection. It is particularly dangerous for our little patients: High Risk for Infants: Without the protection of a vaccine, 9 out of 10 infants infected in their first year of life will develop a chronic infection. Serious... read more

