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Millions in Europe unknowingly living with hepatitis, officials warn

European health authorities called for countries to improve testing, vaccination, and access to treatment.

28/07/2025

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What we know about the surge of hepatitis A in the Czech Republic

The Central European country has reported six deaths caused by the virus so far this year, up from two in all of 2024.

13/05/2025

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Europe is falling short on fight against HIV, TB and STIs, says ECDC

Many European countries are off track to meet official goals on HIV, TB, hepatitis, and STIs, a new report shows.

23/04/2025

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‘I was scared’: 50% of people with hepatitis struggle to tell others

A new survey in multiple European countries showed that people living with hepatitis B and C fear stigma and discrimination, with some saying they were not treated well in healthcare settings.

09/04/2024

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Mysterious hepatitis cases rise to 348 worldwide. Is COVID a factor?

The World Health Organization says there are now at least 348 cases of hepatitis of unknown origin around the world, mainly affecting children.

11/05/2022

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Three more children die in unexplained acute hepatitis outbreak

The unexplained cases of liver inflammation have led to at least 17 liver transplants and four deaths among patients aged under 16.

02/05/2022

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At least one child has died from mystery Hepatitis outbreak, WHO says

Health authorities are investigating the possible cause of an outbreak of 'acute hepatitis of unknown origin' that has claimed at least one life.

25/04/2022

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Mysterious spike in hepatitis in children sees cases around Europe

Last week, health authorities warned countries to be on the alert following a spike in cases of hepatitis of unknown origin in children in the UK.

19/04/2022