[Hepatitis B: When Someone in the Family has Hepatitis B] [Hepatitis B: When Someone in the Family has Hepatitis B]

This information sheet, which is both in Korean and English, discusses what to do if a family member has hepatitis B virus (HBV). It describes what the disease is, how it's 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.