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  • Reminder of vaccination (3rd dose)

    To ensure the effectiveness of vaccination against hepatitis A and B (Twinrix), three (3) doses are required :

    1re


    2e :

    1 month after the first dose

    3e :

    6 months after the first dose

    This tool lets you send a friendly reminder for your third dose of vaccine.

    Please enter the date of the second dose as well as your email address. You will be notified within five (5) months.

    Date of the second vaccine:

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    How does HIV/AIDS infection interact with hepatitis B and hepatitis C?

    It is important to note the chronic viral hepatitis evolves more rapidly towards cirrhosis in patients who are also infected (co-infected) with HIV/AIDS. In these situations, a more aggressive treatment approach is recommended and warranted. Hepatitis B (HBV) or C (HCV or Hep C) infection can also have a negative impact on an HIV/AIDS infection as the inflammation caused by the virus may impair the body’s ability to manage and eliminated powerful anti-HIV medications (anti-retrovirals or ART) from the organism. The liver metabolizes a great number of ARTs. Subsequently a chronic hepatitis B or C infection may complicate HIV/AIDS therapy, may limit potential therapeutic choices and may increase possible side effects by cumulative actions on the liver.