Using Standard Precautions is the best way to protect yourself from the Hepatitis B virus. However, in addition, KUMC does offer free of charge and in accordance with OSHA and KDHR the Hepatitis B vaccine for all employees who have job related exposure to blood and other body fluids. However, if they choose not to accept it, they must sign a written statement saying that it is their decision to refuse the vaccine.
Employees can request the vaccine later after signing the waiver.
Hepatitis B vaccine is used to immunize people of all ages against infection caused by all subtypes of Hepatitis B virus. There is no danger of getting Hepatitis B from the vaccine, because no human substances are used to make it.