Hepatitis A
Where Strawberries Linked To Hepatitis Cases Were Sold
The FDA confirmed that 9 stores sold the strawberries, including branches of Aldi, Walmart, and Safeway
Hepatitis A Symptoms as FDA Probes Outbreak Possibly Linked to Strawberries
More than a dozen hepatitis A infections have been reported in the U.S. in an outbreak potentially linked to strawberries from the FreshKampo and HEB brands.
Health Officials Warn of Possible Hep a Exposure at Seafood Restaurant
Any individuals who ate at the restaurant within the last two weeks are eligible to receive a hepatitis A vaccination free of charge on Thursday.
Contaminated Blackberries Linked to Hepatitis A Outbreak
Blackberries bought in Fresh Thyme Farmers Market in September have been linked to an outbreak of hepatitis A in 11 states.
Patients Potentially Exposed to Infectious Disease In Hospital Mishap
A hospital technician missed out one step in a multi-step sterilization process, meaning surgical patients treated at the hospital between April and September this year may be at risk of infection.
Frozen Berries Recalled Over Possible Hepatitis A Contamination
Wawona Frozen Foods said a number of frozen berry products have been recalled out of abundance of caution.
U.S. Marks World Hepatitis Day with Outbreak
The U.S. has seen more than 20,000 new cases of Hepatitis A since 2017, as states struggle to get vulnerable populations vaccinated.
Georgia, Florida Experience Surge in Hepatitis A Cases
Public health officials in both states have encouraged citizens to get vaccinated against the highly contagious liver infection.
Louisiana Hepatitis A Outbreak: Infections Rising
Since December 14, Louisiana has reported 28 cases of HAV infection, three of which were not linked to the current outbreak.
Taco Bell Confirms Hepatitis A at Ohio Restaurant
A Taco Bell in Warren, Ohio, vaccinated its employees after one was confirmed to have the virus.
Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Little Caesars Pizza
Illness can be prevented even after exposure by getting the vaccine.
Hepatitis A Outbreak Includes Fast Food Employee
The Hepatitis A vaccination must be administered within two weeks of exposure—leaving some restaurant patrons with only two days to act.
Contaminated Frozen Pomegranate Kills Woman
Health officials said this was a "rare and tragic case."
McDonald's Food Handler With Hepatitis A Investigated
The liver infection is spread when contaminated fecal matter enters the mouth, usually through food and drink.
7-Eleven Blamed for Hepatitis A Outbreak in Utah
Eating fresh fruit, hot food and sodas from the infected store may have put people at risk.
Utah Hit by National Hepatitis Outbreak
There have been 87 outbreak-associated cases reported in Utah.
San Diego Hit by Largest Hepatitis Outbreak in Decades
Health officials have predicted the problem could last for years.
San Diego Hepatitis Outbreak: How The Infection Spreads
Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection.
San Diego Hepatitis Outbreak May Last 6 More Months
Sixteen people have died and an additional two deaths are under investigation.
How San Diego Is Combatting Its Hepatitis Outbreak
A total of 20 portable restrooms have been installed throughout the city.
Russia Urges Vaccinations During Europe's LGBT Pride
Russian visitors to the "European region" should be wary of the LGBT health risks, Kremlin-body warns.