Viral Hepatitis

Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by the Hepatitis A virus (HAV). Hepatitis A is highly contagious. It is usually transmitted by the fecal-oral route, either through person-to-person contact or consumption of contaminated food or water. Hepatitis A is a self-limited disease that does not result in chronic infection. More than 80% of adults with Hepatitis A have symptoms but the majority of children do not have symptoms or have an unrecognized infection. Antibodies produced in response to Hepatitis A last for life and protect against reinfection. The best way to prevent Hepatitis A is by getting vaccinated.

CDC Guidelines & Recommendations

Guidelines, recommendations, and notices related to Hepatitis A

 

Immunization Schedules

Hepatitis A (and other vaccines) for children, adolescents, and adults

Statistics & Surveillance

Surveillance for acute cases
Health Care Related Outbreaks
Guidelines & Forms
Disease Burden

 

Patient Education Resources

CDC Materials
Other Materials and Links

Professional Resources

Tools & Resources
Major Guidelines