Close contact with an infected person, day care employment, travel to developing countries. . Infections usually resolve within about 2-6 months. . Wash hands after going to the toilet and before handling food. Two vaccines are available for adults and children over age 2. Contact with infected blood or other body fluids.
Infected mothers can infect newborns.
Prevalent in Asia and first-generation Asian immigrants in U.S. . Possible flu like malaise, fever, jaundice during initial acute phase. Vaccination, safe-sex practices, don't share razor blades or toothbrushes. Difficult to transmit sexually or to newborns by infected mothers. . Same as hepatitis B, except for higher incidence of long-term infections, which can lead to permanent liver damage.