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New findings from G.J.B. Sonder and co-researchers in the area of immunization described
August 27th, 2008
According to recent research from Netherlands, "An increasing number of travelers travel to hepatitis B-endemic countries. In travel medicine, vaccinations should be advised according to risks." "The actual incidence of hepatitis B infection in short-term tourists is very low and probably not higher than it is for people who do not travel. There is evidence that long-term travelers and immigrants originating from hepatitis B-endemic countries are at higher risk of infection and they should always be offered vaccination," wrote G.J.B. Sonder and colleagues. The researchers concluded: "For all other travelers living in countries with universal...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-08-27)
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