
HEPATITIS
The "1 in 4" Hepatitis Awareness Project
Adult Viral Hepatitis Vaccine Project ORDER FORM
Adult Hepatitis Vaccination Program Protocol
Viral hepatitis is an infection that affects the liver. There are at least six different types of hepatitis (A-G), with the three most common types being hepatitis A (HAV), hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV).
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Hepatitis A is an acute infection and people usually improve without treatment. There is a vaccine to prevent hepatitis A.
Hepatitis B can cause a chronic, persistent infection, which can lead to chronic liver disease. There is a vaccine to prevent hepatitis B.
Hepatitis C can cause a chronic, persistent infection, which can lead to chronic liver disease. There is not a vaccine to prevent hepatitis C.
Hepatitis in Louisiana - Annual Report
CDC Hepatitis Website
Support Groups (Hepatitis C)
Am I Number 12?
Newly Diagnosed? Information Packet Available contact Dielda Robertson by phone (504) 219-4517 email dielda.robertson@la.gov
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