Multiple states across the country have reported outbreaks of hepatitis A, primarily among people who use drugs and people experiencing homelessness. Since the hepatitis A outbreaks were first identified in 2016, more than 15,000 cases, 8,500 (57%) hospitalizations, and 140 deaths as a result of hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection have been reported. Basic information on hepatis A is provided below, as well as monthly updates on the outbreak prepared by SCPH.
- Hepatitis A Quick Guide
- Hepatitis A General Fact Sheet
- Information for Food Establishments
- Information for Food Workers
- Hepatitis A Infographic
UPDATES
2020
2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, December 6, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, November 7, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, October 4, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, September 6, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, August 6, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, July 5, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, June 6, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, May 2, 2019
- Summit County Public Health - Hepatitis A Update, April 10, 2019
- CDC Health Update - Hepatitis A, March 25, 2019