Infant Information Form - Virginia Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention (Vphbp) Program - Virginia

Infant Information Form - Virginia Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention (Vphbp) Program - Virginia

Infant Information Form - Virginia Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention (Vphbp) Program is a legal document that was released by the Virginia Department of Health - a government authority operating within Virginia.

FAQ

Q: What is the Virginia Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention (Vphbp) Program?
A: The Virginia Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention (Vphbp) Program is a program aimed at preventing the transmission of hepatitis B from infected mothers to their infants.

Q: What is the Infant Information Form?
A: The Infant Information Form is a form used by the Vphbp Program to collect information about newborn infants and their mothers to assess the risk of hepatitis B transmission.

Q: Why is the Vphbp Program important?
A: The Vphbp Program is important because hepatitis B can be a serious and potentially life-threatening disease, especially for infants who become infected at birth. The program aims to prevent the transmission of the virus and protect infants from harm.

Q: What information is collected on the Infant Information Form?
A: The Infant Information Form collects information such as the mother's hepatitis B status, the infant's date of birth, and whether the infant received the hepatitis B vaccine and immunoglobulin.

Q: Who is eligible for the Vphbp Program?
A: The Vphbp Program is available to all infants born in Virginia, especially those born to mothers who are at high risk for hepatitis B infection.

Q: How does the Vphbp Program prevent hepatitis B transmission?
A: The Vphbp Program prevents hepatitis B transmission by identifying infants at risk, ensuring timely vaccination, and providing immunoglobulin to infants born to mothers with high viral loads.

Q: What should parents do if their child is eligible for the Vphbp Program?
A: Parents should complete the Infant Information Form and submit it to the Vphbp Program as soon as possible to ensure appropriate follow-up and preventive measures.

Q: Are there any costs associated with the Vphbp Program?
A: No, there are no costs associated with participating in the Vphbp Program. The program covers the cost of hepatitis B testing, vaccination, and immunoglobulin for eligible infants.

Q: Is the Vphbp Program only available in Virginia?
A: Yes, the Vphbp Program is specific to the state of Virginia and is implemented by the Virginia Department of Health to address the needs of the local population.

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Form Details:

  • Released on July 1, 2017;
  • The latest edition currently provided by the Virginia Department of Health;
  • Ready to use and print;
  • Easy to customize;
  • Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
  • Fill out the form in our online filing application.

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