Hepatitis is most commonly a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. Did you know one-third of Americans have had hepatitis A at some point in their lives? While hepatitis can be a serious illness, there are ways to protect yourself from it. Most doctors agree that getting a hepatitis vaccine is a reliable way to protect yourself. But where can you get a hepatitis vaccine? FastMed Urgent Care has walk-in clinics throughout North Carolina and Arizona and provides safe, affordable healthcare every day of the year.
What are the Different Types of Hepatitis? What are the Symptoms? Where Can I Get a Hepatitis Vaccine? FastMed Urgent Care Keeps you Informed.
There are 5 main types of hepatitis: A, B, C, D and E.
- Hepatitis A and E are generally caused by ingesting contaminated food or water.
- Hepatitis B, C and D are generally caused from coming into contact with infected bodily fluids, as in the case of sexually transmitted hepatitis.
- Vaccines are currently only available for hepatitis A and B.
Hepatitis symptoms:
- Jaundice
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dark urine
- Abdominal pain
- It is important to note that some cases of hepatitis occur with little to no symptoms
Where can I get a hepatitis vaccine?
FastMed Urgent Care provides hepatitis A and B vaccines with no appointment. Contact your neighborhood FastMed to find out specific availability of vaccines.
Tell me more about FastMed!
We are open weekends and holidays- Most of our clinics stay open until 8 pm during the week
- Our clinics are state-of-the-art with onsite labs, EKG machines and digital X-rays
- Our healthcare professionals are highly trained and friendly
- We are dedicated to getting our patients in and out within 1 hour.
- We offer conveniences like ZipPass and automatic payment to make your life easier
- Besides hepatitis vaccines, we offer an array of services including:
- Physicals
- Occupational health services
- Moderate illness and injury treatment
- DOT physicals
- Pediatric check-ups
- And more
Whether you need a hepatitis vaccine, a flu shot, or an annual physical, FastMed is there for you 7 days a week. Need health care fast? Check-in now!
About FastMed
FastMed is a North Carolina-based integrated healthcare company based in Durham, NC. It operates more than 50 locations in 34 counties providing urgent care and occupational health as well as primary care at select locations. FastMed accepts most insurance plans and is one of a few private urgent care centers also accredited by The Joint Commission. Learn more at fastmed.com.