Hepatitis B vaccination for babies

​​Hepatitis B is very infectious and spread by the blood, semen, or vaginal fluid of infected people. It can cause long term liver disease, such as cirrhosis (liver scarring), liver failure and cancer. All pregnant women should be screened for hepatitis B as part of their ​pregnancy care. This is done through a blood test. Hepatitis B vaccination is the best way to prevent the disease.