Hepatitis

Hepatitis

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver and is often caused by a virus.

About hepatitis

The most common types of viral hepatitis are A, B, and C. An estimated 4.4 million Americans are living with chronic hepatitis; most do not know they are infected. Some types of hepatitis have no symptoms, so it is important to be tested according to your doctor's recommendations. 

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CDC resources

EXTERNAL RESOURCES
Hepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV)
EXTERNAL RESOURCES
Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.
EXTERNAL RESOURCES
Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus

Vaccine resources

Guidelines and Recommendations for Hepatitis A Vaccination
Guidelines and Recommendations for Hepatitis B Vaccination

Additional resources

HIV

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. If it is not treated, it can

About STDs

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections or STIs, are very common. Millions of new infections occur