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.

Vaccination - MPOX (monkeypox), hepatitis A and B, HPV
Vaccinations protect against infections such as MPOX (monkeypox), hepatitis A and B, HPV and genital warts.

Mpox / Monkeypox

The vaccine against true smallpox also protects against Mpox. It can prevent severe courses of the disease and is recommended for people with an increased risk of infection.

About Mpox / Monkeypox

Hepatitis A & B

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, of which there are different types. A vaccination protects against hepatitis A and B. It can be carried out by a (family) doctor and is usually covered by health insurance.

About hepatitis A About hepatitis B

HPV and genital warts

Vaccinations are available against certain types of HPV. It is primarily recommended for children and adolescents, but is also possible at a later stage.

Genital warts and HPV

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.

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.

There are vaccinations against several infections that can be transmitted during sex, including

  • Mpox (monkeypox) at increased risk
  • Hepatitis A and B

  • 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,

  • who have sex with multiple or changing partners,

  • who have frequent close physical contact,

  • or who want to protect themselves as well as possible against sexually transmitted infections.

A personal consultation helps to assess the individual risk.

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:

  • General practitioners

  • Specialists

  • health authorities

  • specialised practices or advice centres

Many counselling services will also help you to find suitable contact points in your area.

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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