US EditionHepatitis A outbreak declared in Los Angeles County. Here's what you need to know
- In early 2025, Los Angeles County announced a community-wide hepatitis A outbreak following a noticeable rise in reported infections and increased detection of the virus in local wastewater.
- The outbreak stems from a sustained increase in infections since 2023, with last year’s 165 cases tripling 2023’s total and ongoing transmission especially among unhoused people.
- Public Health works closely with healthcare providers and homeless service organizations to promote vaccination and educate residents, offering free vaccines particularly to high-risk groups.
- Health Officer Muntu Davis emphasized that receiving the vaccine is an easy step that plays a crucial role in protecting both individual well-being and the health of the broader community, underscoring the vaccine’s safety and effectiveness.
- Officials emphasize that maintaining vaccinations and proper hygiene is essential to limiting the spread of the virus; although the overall risk to the public is currently low, prompt measures are important to safeguard community health.
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Los Angeles County sees hepatitis A outbreak
(The Center Square) – A hepatitis A outbreak has been reported in Los Angeles County.
Los Angeles County declares health emergency over surging cases of Hepatitis A
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has announced an outbreak of hepatitis A following a significant increase in cases over the past year. This declaration aims to raise awareness and encourage preventive measures to curb the spread of the virus. In 2024, Los Angeles County reported 165 hepatitis A cases, a threefold increase […]
Public Health Declares Hepatitis A Outbreak in Los Angeles County - Asian Journal News
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