[Hepatitis B: When Someone in the Family has Hepatitis B]
This information sheet discusses what to do if a family member has hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It describes what the disease is, how it is transmitted, its effect on the liver, symptoms, the difference between acute (short-term) illness and chronic (long-term) infection, and prevention. It also discusses the importance of getting vaccinated to prevent the disease. The information sheet is printed in traditional Chinese with the English translation on the back.
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