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Hepatitis A

Trusted information about Hepatitis A, including common symptoms, how long time it takes for the virus to develop and how to help prevent hepatitis A.

Hepatitis C is a virus that can cause serious liver disease in an infected person. The hepatitis C virus is usually transmitted when blood from an infected person enters the bloodstream of another person.

Hepatitis B prevention

If you have hepatitis B, it is important to prevent others from becoming infected. Learn more about the best ways to prevent the spread of hepatitis B.

Hepatitis

Trusted information on hepatitis including how it is spread, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, plus links to trusted resources.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B can lead to liver damage over time. If it turns out you have hepatitis B, it is important to protect others from infection. Find out how.

Hepatitis B treatment

Treatment for hepatitis B infection depends on whether the infection is chronic or acute. Learn more about the difference in treatment for both types.

Hepatitis B symptoms

Most people who have hepatitis B don't have symptoms when they are first infected. Learn about the symptoms you may encounter in the long term.

Needlestick injuries

Trusted information on needle stick injury, plus links to trusted resources.

Cirrhosis of the liver

Cirrhosis is permanent scarring of the liver caused by a range of liver diseases and conditions. Find out more about what it is, its symptoms and treatment options.