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Hepatitis A

Pronounced: hep-uh-tye-tuss ay
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Getting it

The hepatitis A virus is found in faeces (poo) and can be passed on:

  • If the virus comes into contact with a person's mouth through such things as rimming (where a person uses their mouth and tongue to stimulate another person's anus).
  • Sexual contact.
  • Through eating or drinking contaminated food or water or swimming near sewage outlets.

It is very important to wash your hands carefully after going to the toilet and before eating.

Where to get help

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