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hepatitis

This factsheet for parents describes the recent increase in cases in acute (sudden onset) of hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children in the UK.

NI Regional Hepatitis B&C Managed Clinical Network Annual Report.

This factsheet provides information in the form of FAQs in relation to hepatitis C: the condition, risks, testing, treatment and management.

This factsheet provides information in the form of FAQs in relation to hepatitis B: the condition, prevalence, risks, testing, management, vaccination and treatment.

This leaflet gives information on the blood tests that are normally offered and recommended at the first antenatal visit. These tests look for possible health problems that could affect the mother’s health and the health of the baby. Only one sample of blood is needed to do all six tests. The tests are done by consent and this leaflet should help pregnant women make their decision.

Factsheet for patients who have tested positive for the hepatitis B virus

The factsheet is only available by contacting the Duty Room on 028 9032 1313.

This leaflet provides information on Hepatitis B - how the virus is spread, the symptoms of the virus and treatment available.

Blood-borne viruses and STIs

The Blood Borne Virus/STI team

The blood-borne viruses and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) team is responsible for surveillance and control activities for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV, syphilis, chlamydia and other sexually transmitted infections. As these are all largely preventable by avoiding risks, and in the case of hepatitis B, by vaccination, we work with a wide range of partners to reduce the numbers of people infected and ensure good treatment. 

Factsheet for patients who have tested positive for the hepatitis C virus.