Hepatitis is often called a silent infection because many people have no symptoms until significant liver damage has already occurred. Spread through viruses such as hepatitis A, B and C, it can be transmitted through contaminated food, blood exposure, unprotected sex or from mother to baby at birth. Early signs are easy to dismiss as flu, fatigue or general illness, which is why so many cases go unnoticed. Vaccination, testing and early treatment can dramatically reduce the risk of long-term complications. Read more to learn the key symptoms, risks and practical steps that can protect your family.
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