When did hepatitis b vaccine become routine?

I think it became routine for infants in India sometime in the late 90s or early 2000s, but it's been around for longer. Regular check-ups are key, just like regular exercise. My doctor always stresses prevention over cure.

I remember when it wasn't routine and people had to pay extra. Now that it's part of the standard immunization schedule for babies, it's a huge relief, financially too. Preventative measures like this save so much money and stress in the long run.

My pediatrician told me it was introduced into the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) in India in a phased manner starting 2002-2003, and by 2011, it was implemented across the whole country for all infants. So, it's been routine for over a decade now.

I don't have the exact year, but for such important health info, always get it checked with a medical professional. Don't take chances. What's routine changes over time, so best to confirm with your doctor for your specific case or for your children.

Oh, I'm not really sure about when it became routine. Is it something that adults also need to check for, or is it mainly for babies? I'm trying to learn more about these things now.

My mother used to say vaccines are like blessings. For Hep B, I believe it became routine for babies in the early 2000s here. Always listen to your doctor for exact details, they know best for our health. Take care, beta.