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Published on 25 November 2024

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is an infectious liver inflammation, triggered by the hepatitis C virus. Transmission occurs via the blood of an infected person. The majority will experience chronic inflammation. However it can be cured. There is no vaccination currently available.

Federal Office of Public Health FOPH

Communicable Diseases Division
Schwarzenburgstrasse 157
Switzerland - 3003 Bern