Viral Hepatitis Prevention

Two vaccines are available to prevent specific
 types of viral hepatitis. This includes a hepatitis A vaccine and a hepatitis B vaccine. Other types of viral hepatitis can be prevented by avoiding high-risk situations, such as IV drug use, unprotected sex, or drinking tap water when traveling in certain countries.
 
Click any of the following links for specific information on viral hepatitis prevention for each virus type:
 
 
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD