Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). Most commonly transmitted by the orofecal route, such as contaminated food, the best ways to prevent the disease are vaccination and careful hand washing.

• About Hepatitis A
  General information about hepatitis A, including symptoms, complications, vaccines, tests, and treatment.
• Hepatitis Information for Health Professionals
  Information on hepatitis A for health professionals, including clinical information, immunization schedules, and treatment of cases and contacts.
• Acute Hepatitis Statistics
  Annual rates of hepatitis A (HAV), acute hepatitis B (HBV), and acute hepatitis C (HCV) disease in Minnesota.