- Hepatitis B
- For Adults (Including HBV Screening)
Is gestational diabetes considered a risk factor for acute hepatitis B infection?
No, gestational diabetes is not classified as a risk factor for acute hepatitis B infection. The increased risk of acute hepatitis B infection has been associated with type 1 and type 2 diabetes; however, all people age 59 years or younger are now recommended to be vaccinated against hepatitis B.