At what age is the hepatitis A vaccine recommended to be administered?

The hepatitis A vaccine is recommended to be administered at 12 months of age. This timing is significant as it falls within the recommended immunization schedule for young children. The vaccine is typically given as a two-dose series, with the first dose recommended between 12 to 23 months of age and the second dose given 6 to 18 months later.

Administering the vaccine at this age helps ensure that children develop immunity to hepatitis A, a viral infection that can cause liver disease. Vaccination at 12 months aligns with public health recommendations to prevent outbreaks and protect vulnerable populations from this infectious disease.

While other ages may be mentioned for different vaccines or health assessments, the specific recommendation for the hepatitis A vaccine highlights the importance of early immunization during infancy to establish protective immunity as the child begins to engage more with community settings where the virus may be present.