This app is about Hepatitis B infection.
You will learn information about Hepatitis B tests and semptoms.
#Key facts#
*Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease.
*The virus is transmitted through contact with the blood or other body fluids of an infected person.
*An estimated 257 million people are living with hepatitis B virus infection (defined as hepatitis B surface antigen positive).
*In 2015, hepatitis B resulted in 887 000 deaths, mostly from complications (including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma).
*Hepatitis B is an important occupational hazard for health workers.
*However, it can be prevented by currently available safe and effective vaccine.
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