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Published on 25 September 2024

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is an infectious liver inflammation, triggered by the hepatitis B virus. Transmission occurs through contact with bodily fluids of infected persons. The majority will rapidly and spontaneously recover from the acute inflammation. Vaccination against hepatits B is recommended.

Federal Office of Public Health FOPH

Communicable Diseases Division
Schwarzenburgstrasse 157
Switzerland - 3003 Bern