Category Archives: Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A (formerly known as infectious hepatitis) is an acute infectious disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV), which is most commonly transmitted by the fecal-oral route via contaminated food or drinking water. Every year, approximately 10 million people worldwide are infected with the virus. The time between infection and the appearance of the symptoms, (the incubation period), is between two and six weeks and the average incubation period is 28 days. – Wikipedia

Protecting Yourself Against Hepatitis A and B

Whether its through fresh foods, a food handler at a grocery store, or even a local restaurant, you can unknowingly pick up unwanted viruses right here at home. Tips to protect yourself from contracting hepatitis A and B. Video Rating: … Continue reading

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Thousands Exposed to Hepatitis A Virus

An infected worker at a PF Changs restaurant in West Chester, Ohio has tested positive for Hepatitis A. Video Rating: 0 / 5

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Health Feature: Hepatitis A

Poor sanitary conditions and unhygienic practices are the major causes of hepatitis in developing countries. Where the prevalence is high, the risk of infection is almost 90%. According to the world health organization, have infections globally account for an estimated … Continue reading

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Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C: causes, diagnosis and treatment (Brothers Health Collective)

Chicago’s Brothers Health Collective sponsored an open forum for the Black gay/lesbian community to address health concerns involving the community with panel experts. In this segment, health expert Donna Feaster addresses Hepatitis (A, B and C). She elaborates on the … Continue reading

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Bone Appetit – “Hepatitis A”

Bone Appete performs their infamous “Hepatitis A” at the Norshor Theater on November 17, 2002. This was the debut show for new guitarist Jizzy Young. Video Rating: 5 / 5

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Hepatitis A Vaccine

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Hepatitis A Preventive Vaccines – Pipeline Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2017 – new market research report – Transworld News

Hepatitis A Preventive Vaccines – Pipeline Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2017 – We have estimated the global hepatitis A preventive vaccines market to be worth $ 476m in 2010, and it is forecast to grow at 6.2% annually for … Continue reading

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What is Hepatitis A – and Can You Get it from a Bartender?

Dr. Manny talks about Hepatitis A, the most common cause of viral hepatitis in the world, in light of the news that a Manhattan bartender may have transmitted his infection at a party for Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore, and friends. … Continue reading

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St. Louis school worker found to have Hepatitis A – Morning Sun

St. Louis Public School District released a letter from the Mid-Michigan District Health Department Friday, reporting a case of Hepatitis A found in a school worker. Dr. Robert Graham, medical director for MMDHD, said there is no current cause for … Continue reading

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First Duplex Test for Parvovirus B19 and Hepatitis A Virus Now Available in the US – Big Hollywood

PLEASANTON, Calif. , Feb. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; Pink Sheets: RHHBY) announced today that the cobas ® TaqScreen DPX Test for use on the cobas s 201 system is now available in the US. It is … Continue reading

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