Viral Hepatitis

This fact sheet presents key talking points emphasizing the critical importance of administering the hepatitis B vaccine birth dose to newborns. 

This webpage presents data on newly reported chronic hepatitis C cases in Alaska from 2016 to 2023. It underscores the importance of continued hepatitis C surveillance to guide targeted testing and treatment efforts toward disease elimination.

This booklet provides comprehensive information on hepatitis C, detailing its impact on liver health, modes of transmission, symptoms, and the importance of testing and treatment. The booklet outlines the progression from acute to chronic infection, potential liver complications, and available diagnostic tests. 

This journal discusses the integration of hepatitis C management into primary care as a key strategy for eliminating the disease. It examines barriers to care, the role of direct-acting antivirals, and the importance of screening and treatment within primary care settings.

This journal examines the clinical course of autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) in Hispanic and African American patients at a South Bronx hospital. The findings contribute to a better understanding of AIH in diverse racial and ethnic groups, emphasizing the need for tailored healthcare strategies.

This journal compares the effectiveness of Heplisav-B and standard hepatitis B vaccines as boosters for healthcare workers with low immunity to hepatitis B, measured by anti-HBs antibody levels. Results show that Heplisav-B offers a significantly higher seropositivity rate (99.4%) compared to the standard vaccine (92.7%).

This journal outlines best practices for engaging communities affected by chronic hepatitis B, emphasizing the importance of involving individuals with lived experiences in public health initiatives to improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes.

This journal evaluates the Oregon HOPE TeleHCV study, a peer-facilitated telemedicine model (Peer TeleHCV) for hepatitis C virus (HCV) treatment among people who use drugs (PWUD) in rural Oregon. The findings highlight high patient satisfaction and key factors that enhanced implementation, demonstrating the model’s potential to reduce barriers and improve treatment access.

This report outlines progress toward eliminating mother-to-child transmission of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the Americas from 2012 to 2022. It highlights improvements in vaccination coverage, including birth doses, but also notes coverage declines in some countries, which could hinder elimination goals. The report emphasizes the need for maintaining high vaccination rates, expanding hepatitis B testing for pregnant women, and ensuring timely treatment for newborns.

This guideline outlines the importance of Medicaid 1115 waivers and pre-release healthcare coverage in improving access to hepatitis C (HCV) treatment for incarcerated individuals. It discusses how expanding Medicaid coverage can enhance continuity of care, reduce transmission, and support reentry populations.