Chronic viral hepatitis affects more than 400 million people worldwide. The World Health Organization has set a goal to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat by the year 2030. As we work towards this goal, understanding viral hepatitis has never been more important.
What is hepatitis? Inflammation of the liver caused by: Infections due to viruses, bacteria or parasites. Toxins such as medication overdose, some recreational drugs or alcohol. Autoimmune disease (when the body makes antibodies against the liver). Metabolic causes (such as increased fat in the liver, iron... Read MoreYou are here
