Vaccines for Gay, Bisexual and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men
Gay and bisexual men should receive all the vaccines recommended according to their age and health status. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) publishes its adult vaccination recommendations every year. You can view the recommendations here or download the app for your phone.
In addition, you can get vaccinated to prevent illnesses affecting gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men, including hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and meningococcal (meningitis) infections.
Where to get Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Meningococcal (Meningitis) Vaccines in San Francisco
- Ask to be vaccinated wherever you usually get medical care
- Many retail pharmacies offer a wide range of vaccines
- The Department of Public Health has identified locations where you can drop in to get these vaccines. We recommend that you phone ahead or check the website for clinic hours, vaccine availability and cost.
Locations
San Francisco City Clinic
http://www.sfcityclinic.org
356 7th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.487.5500
Strut Clinic
http://strutsf.org
470 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114
415.437.3400
AITC Immunization & Travel Clinic
http://www.travelclinicsf.org
101 Grove Street, Room 102
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.554.2625