Hepatitis B is prevented by the hepatitis vaccine. In the US the vaccine is given to all children. Adults who have not been vaccinated receive hepatitis B immunoglobulin if they are exposed to someone with hepatitis B. This is then followed by a hepatitis B vaccination.

Prevention of hepatitis B includes:

• Vaccination for hepatitis B:
• Healthcare workers who care for patients
• For those who practice anal sex
• For those who abuse intravenous drugs
• For those who have hepatitis A or hepatitis C
• Immune globulin for hepatitis B:
• For those who have not received the vaccine and are exposed to hepatitis B
• Wash hands after using the bathroom.
• Wash hands after changing diapers.
• Avoid body-piercing
• Avoid contact with blood
• Avoid multiple sex partners
• Avoid tattoos
• Do not abuse intravenous drugs
• Practice safe sex:
• Use condoms.