Vaccination
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Vaccination protects against MPOX (monkeypox), hepatitis A and B and HPV / genital warts
Vaccination is the most effective form of protection against certain infections. Infection can have serious consequences. That's why it's worth getting vaccinated before MPOX (monkeypox), hepatitis A and B and HPV / genital warts.
You can become infected with MPOX (monkeypox), hepatitis A and B and HPV / genital warts during sex. However, you can protect yourself against them with a vaccination. A vaccination is a preventive measure and prevents an infection that can be harmful to your health.
We recommend: Men who have sex with men are vaccinated against MPOX (monkeypox) and hepatitis A and B. Anyone under the age of 27 should also be vaccinated against HPV / genital warts.
Mpox / Monkeypox
Der Impfstoff gegen die echten Pocken schützt auch vor Mpox.
Er kann schwere Krankheitsverläufe verhindern und ist für Menschen
mit erhöhtem Infektionsrisiko empfohlen.
Hepatitis A & B
Hepatitis ist eine Leberentzündung, von der es verschiedene Typen gibt.
Eine Impfung schützt vor Hepatitis A und B. Sie kann beim (Haus-)Arzt
durchgeführt werden und wird in der Regel von den Krankenkassen übernommen.
HPV and genital warts
Gegen bestimmte HPV-Typen gibt es Impfungen.
Empfohlen wird sie vor allem für Kinder und Jugendliche,
ist aber auch zu einem späteren Zeitpunkt möglich.
Frequently asked questions about vaccination
Vaccinations often raise questions - especially when it comes to protection during sex.
Here you will find answers to the most important questions about vaccinations, effectiveness, costs and contact points.
Why are vaccinations particularly important?
During sex, infections such as MPOX (monkeypox), hepatitis A and B and HPV / genital warts can be transmitted - often without recognisable symptoms. Vaccinations provide reliable protection against severe courses of the disease and can prevent long-term health consequences.
Which infections can I be vaccinated against?
There are vaccinations against several infections that can be transmitted during sex, including
- Mpox (monkeypox) at increased risk
- Hepatitis A and B
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HPV (human papillomavirus) and genital warts
You can clarify which vaccinations make sense for you together with a healthcare professional.
Vaccinations are particularly recommended for humans,
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who have sex with multiple or changing partners,
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who have frequent close physical contact,
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or who want to protect themselves as well as possible against sexually transmitted infections.
A personal consultation helps to assess the individual risk.
Are the costs of vaccinations covered?
Yes.
De Mpox vaccination is available free of charge for particularly vulnerable people.
The Vaccinations against hepatitis A and B are covered by health insurance in many cases.
The HPV vaccination is paid for children and young people and is often still possible later.
Vaccinations are possible for:
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General practitioners
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Specialists
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health authorities
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specialised practices or advice centres
Many counselling services will also help you to find suitable contact points in your area.
Does vaccination provide complete protection?
Vaccinations offer very good protection, but not always immediately. Several vaccinations are often necessary to build up full protection.
Safer sex methods such as condoms, regular testing and talking about protection remain important.
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