Month: October 2017

Health Advisory: Hepatitis A Outbreaks Among Homeless in California

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Actions Requested Have increased suspicion for acute hepatitis A among people with acute onset of jaundice, markedly elevated liver function tests and other symptoms of acute viral hepatitis. Especially in those who are homeless and/or using drugs. Perform serologic testing on suspect cases: hepatitis A IgM or acute hepatitis panel. Provide hepatitis A vaccine to Health Advisory: Hepatitis A Outbreaks Among Homeless in California