Hepatitis B Vaccine in Mississauga — Travel & Occupational Immunization

Hep B and combination Twinrix vaccines at Peel Travel Clinic. Accelerated series available for last-minute travellers. Walk-in at Heartland Town Centre.

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Address

550 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 107
Mississauga, ON L5R 4B8
Inside Heartland Town Centre

Hours

Monday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Contact

(905) 712-0003

Walk-ins welcome · Accelerated series available

Hepatitis B — A Blood-Borne Virus Worth Preventing

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and is transmitted through contact with blood or bodily fluids. Globally, it affects over 250 million people chronically. For travellers, risk comes from receiving local medical or dental care, exposure during accidents, tattoos or piercings with unsterilized equipment, and sexual contact.

Hepatitis B prevalence is high across Southeast Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, and parts of China and Eastern Europe. Chronic infection can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. The vaccine is safe, effective, and provides long-lasting — likely lifelong — protection.

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Who Should Get the Hepatitis B Vaccine?

PHAC recommends Hep B vaccination for all unvaccinated adults. It is especially important for:

International Travellers

Recommended for travel to Asia, Africa, and regions where Hep B prevalence is high, especially for longer stays or medical tourism.

Healthcare & Dental Workers

Occupational exposure to blood or body fluids. Standard requirement for healthcare professionals in Canada.

Long-Term Travellers & Expats

Extended stays increase risk of needle exposure (tattoos, piercings, local medical care) and sexual transmission.

Adults Without Prior Vaccination

Many Canadian adults did not receive Hep B vaccine in childhood. Ontario's school program (Grade 7) began in 1988.

Chronic Liver Disease Patients

Hep B superinfection can worsen existing liver conditions. Vaccination strongly recommended by gastroenterologists.

Mission & Volunteer Travellers

Humanitarian workers, aid workers, and volunteers in healthcare settings abroad face significant occupational risk.

Hepatitis B Vaccine Options at Peel Travel Clinic

Single-antigen Hep B vaccines or Twinrix (Hep A + B combination) — with standard and accelerated schedules available.

Engerix-B (Hep B Only)

Doses:: 3 doses: 0, 1, and 6 months
Timing:: Standard series takes 6 months to complete
Protection:: Long-term (10+ years; likely lifelong)

Standard schedule for adults and children. Accelerated schedule (0, 1, 2 months + booster at 12 months) available. Suitable from birth.

Recombivax HB (Hep B Only)

Doses:: 3 doses: 0, 1, and 6 months
Timing:: Standard series takes 6 months
Protection:: Long-term (10+ years)

Alternative single-antigen Hep B vaccine. Interchangeable with Engerix-B. Different antigen concentrations for pediatric and adult formulations.

Twinrix (Hep A + Hep B)

Doses:: 3 doses: 0, 1, and 6 months
Timing:: Accelerated: 0, 7, and 21 days + booster at 12 months
Protection:: 20+ years (Hep A); lifelong (Hep B)

Best option for travellers needing both Hep A and Hep B protection. Accelerated schedule allows completion in as little as 21 days for last-minute travel.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hepatitis B Vaccine in Mississauga

Is hepatitis B vaccine covered by OHIP in Ontario?

Hepatitis B vaccine is publicly funded in Ontario for Grade 7 students through the school immunization program (2 or 3 doses depending on age). For adults who did not receive the vaccine in school, it is not covered by OHIP for travel purposes. However, Hep B vaccination is sometimes covered by employer health benefits, especially for healthcare workers. Our staff can help you check your coverage.

How long does the hepatitis B vaccine series take?

The standard Hep B series (Engerix-B, Recombivax) takes 6 months — doses at 0, 1, and 6 months. If you are travelling soon, an accelerated schedule is available (doses at 0, 1, and 2 months, with a booster at 12 months). For Twinrix (Hep A+B combination), an ultra-accelerated schedule (0, 7, 21 days + 12-month booster) can provide protection within 3 weeks. Discuss your travel timeline with our team.

Do I need hepatitis B vaccine for travel to Southeast Asia?

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for travel to Southeast Asia, particularly for extended stays, adventure travel, or any trip where healthcare exposure, tattoos, or sexual contact is possible. Hep B prevalence is high across Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, and Cambodia. PHAC recommends the vaccine for all travellers to these regions staying more than 4 weeks or at occupational/behavioural risk.

Can I get a booster if I was vaccinated years ago?

For most healthy adults who completed a full primary series, a booster is not routinely recommended by NACI — protection is considered long-lasting. However, if your immunity is uncertain (e.g., incomplete series, very old vaccination records), an antibody blood test (anti-HBs titer) can confirm whether you have protective levels. Healthcare workers and immunocompromised individuals are sometimes re-tested. Ask our team about your situation.

What are the side effects of hepatitis B vaccine?

The hepatitis B vaccine is generally well tolerated. Common side effects include injection-site soreness and mild fatigue lasting 1–2 days. Fever and headache occur less frequently. Serious side effects are very rare. The vaccine does not contain live virus and cannot cause hepatitis B infection.

Start Your Hepatitis B Vaccine Series in Mississauga

Peel Travel Clinic — 550 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 107 · Mississauga, ON L5R 4B8

Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM · Sun 10 AM – 2 PM · Walk-ins welcome · Accelerated series available

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