Viral hepatitis publications and data state of oregon. Coalition of correctional health authorities american correctional. Viral hepatitis hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. United states, 2016 centers for disease control and. Executive summary cdph, 2018 pdf chronic hepatitis b infections in california surveillance report, 2016. Pdf hepatitis c testing information for veterans 599k hepatitis c. Article pdf available november 2016 with 270 reads. Viral hepatitis is primarily diagnosed through blood tests for levels of viral antigens such as the hepatitis b surface or core antigen, anti viral antibodies such as the anti hepatitis b surface antibody or anti hepatitis a antibody, or viral dnarna. These two conditions account for more than 90 percent of all deaths due to viral hepatitis figure 16. Hepatitis and hispanic americans the office of minority.
Shaoman yin, division of viral hepatitis, centers for disease control and prevention, 1600 clifton road ne, mailstop g37, atlanta, ga 30333, usa. Surveillance of viral hepatitis in hong kong 2016 update report. Viral hepatitis major infectious diseases ncbi bookshelf. The most common types of viral hepatitis in the united states are hepatitis a, b, and c. The acute form of hepatitis, generally caused by viral infection, is characterized by constitutional symptoms that are typically selflimiting. Hepatitis c trends in california 2016 pdf infographic. Viral hepatitis is caused by infection with any of at least five distinct viruses.
A national strategy for prevention and control of hepatitis b and c, 2010 pdf institute of medicine report. Lifelong immunity is acquired with production of hav immunoglobulin g igg after. A 5year retrospective study at the ho municipal hospital, ghana. There are three main viruses that cause viral hepatitis in the. The global health sector strategy on viral hepatitis is the first of its kind and contributes to the achievement of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. Chronic hepatitis presents similarly, but can manifest signs and symptoms specific to liver dysfunction with longstanding inflammation. A through e and beyond national digestive diseases information clearinghouse national institutes of health u. Jan 31, 2016 etiologic classification viral hepatitis hepatitis a hepatitis b hepatitis c hepatitis d hepatitis e hepatitis g 5. Estimating prevalence of hepatitis c virus infection in. West virginia viral hepatitis b and c surveillance 20122015 wvdhhrbphoepsdide page 5 introduction hepatitis b and hepatitis c are severe liver infections caused by the hepatitis b virus hbv and the hepatitis c virus hcv, respectively. Viral hepatitis is the leading cause of liver cancer and the most common reason. The state is largely rural with more than 44% of the population living in rural areas. Division of viral hepatitis dvh strategic plan, 20162020. As determined by deathcertificate information, of the three types of viral hepatitis hepatitis a, hepatitis b, and hepatitis c, hepatitis c was listed most often as the underlying or contributing cause of death n18,153 and had the highest hepatitis related mortality rate in 2016, at 4.
Goal eliminate viral hepatitis as a major public health threat by 2030. Prevention and control of viral hepatitis for 20162019 will require a multiprogrammatic response to efficiently address the complexity of vh in the region. Hepatitis b and c surveillance west virginia department of health. This study aims to provide a detailed nationallevel description of the reported incidence of viral hepatitis in china during 20042016. Members of the viral hepatitis epidemiologic profile stakeholder group and hcv rapid antibody testing site partners. Measuring progress on implementing the viral hepatitis action plan 71. In comparison to national rates, in 2015, west virginia reported the highest.
Florida hepatitis prevention program hpp, 20162020, and florida hepatitis. Viral hepatitis caused by hbv or hcv are the leading causes of liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplantation. Cdc centers for disease control and prevention cdc. Hepatitis a reports, by risk exposurebehavior united states, 2016. Chronic hepatitis b infections in california surveillance report, 2016. Action plan for the prevention, care, and treatment of viral. The strategy contains 5 critical strategic directions to be implemented between 20162021. Viral hepatitis data summary 6 p a g e special populations hepatitis c in young adults from 2005 through 2016, the number of cases of chronic hepatitis c among persons aged 18 29 years has. Accountability for the global health sector strategies, 20162021. Table of contents hepatitis research and treatment hindawi. The condition can be selflimiting or can progress to fibrosis scarring, cirrhosis or liver cancer.
Millions of americans from all walks of life are chronically infected with hepatitis viruses. Viral hepatitis is a public health problem that causes significant morbidity and mortality in the state of florida, in the united states and in many countries around the world. During 2016 in the united states, 18,153 hepatitis crelated deaths were reported to the national vital statistics system, representing a 6. About the division of viral hepatitis division of viral. Introduction in 2016, the global health sector strategy ghss on viral hepatitis called for elimination of viral hepatitis as a major public health threat by 2030 i.
Reported cases of chronic hepatitis c, by demographic characteristics and laboratory tests enhanced viral hepatitis surveillance sites, 202016. Surveillance for viral hepatitis united states, 2016. It can range in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. Tabulated results of acute viral hepatitis under the disease. Rarely, acute viral hepatitis causes fulminant hepatic failure. Estimating prevalence of hepatitis c virus infection in the. Arizona 2016 viral hepatitis profile arizona department of health. Etiologic classification viral hepatitis hepatitis a hepatitis b hepatitis c hepatitis d hepatitis e hepatitis g 5. Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. Hepatitis b and c cause acute infection that can lead to chronic longterm infection. Symptoms of all types of viral hepatitis are similar and can include one or more of the. Find free hiv, std, and viral hepatitis testing and hepatitis ab vaccination services nationwide. The strategy contains 5 critical strategic directions to be implemented between 2016 2021.
West virginia wv is the only state entirely within the appalachian region of the united states us. Viral hepatitis endemicity and trends among an asymptomatic adult population in ho. It helps your body digest food, store energy, and remove poisons. American college of immunization professionals ahbvpp. Hepatitis a is caused by a picornavirus, is transmitted by the facealoral route, does not become chronic, and no chronic virus carriers exist. From 20 through 2016, a total of 146,223 cases of chronic hepatitis c were reported by the seven funded sites. Cdc viral hepatitis surveillance, united states 2016. Management of viral hepatitis a, c, d and e in pregnancy. Division of viral hepatitis, national center for hivaids, viral hepatitis, std, and tb prevention, centers for disease control and prevention cdc, atlanta, ga corresponding author. As determined by deathcertificate information, of the three types of viral hepatitis hepatitis a, hepatitis b, and hepatitis c, hepatitis c was listed most often as the underlying or contributing cause of death n18,153 and had the highest hepatitisrelated mortality rate in 2016, at 4. Hepatitis b and c surveillance west virginia department.
Food and drug administration external icon fda have completed investigation of a multistate outbreak of foodborne hepatitis a. West virginia viral hepatitis b and c surveillance 20122015 wvdhhrbphoepsdide page 2 abbreviations acip. Viral hepatitis types b and c can cause chronic hepatitis. The us census bureau estimated wvs 2016 population at 1,831,102, with nearly 18% under the poverty level. Viral hepatitis overview hepatitis means inflammation of the liver, and also refers to a group of viral infections that affect the liver. Publications and products viral hepatitis and liver disease. In 2016, a total of 187 cases of acute hepatitis b were reported in canada. Hepatitis viruses are the most common cause of hepatitis in the world but other infections, toxic substances e.
From 2005 through 2016, the number of cases of chronic hepatitis c among persons aged 18 29 years has increased over 473% from 359 cases to 2,060. Global health sector strategy on viral hepatitis, 20162021 09 vision a world where viral hepatitis transmission is halted and everyone living with viral hepatitis has access to safe, affordable and effective prevention, care and treatment services. The numbers of new hepatitis c infections have increased by 350 percent between 2010 and 2016. Departments efforts to address hepatitis b and c in 2016. Hepatitis c is the most common type of viral hepatitis infection in the united states. In this table, provisional cases of selected notifiable diseases. Hepatitis has a broad spectrum of presentations that range from a complete lack of symptoms to severe liver failure. Of these, hepatitis b and c can cause chronic disease. Use and enhance surveillance data to inform policy and interventions 8,439 people were newly reported with chronic hepatitis b in 2016, a 9.
Because of the higher prevalence of hepatitis b and. Surveillance of viral hepatitis in hong kong 2016 update. Hepatitis and african americans the office of minority health. Pdf changing treatment guidelines and diagnosis of hepatitis c and b world wide oblige hepatologists and epidemiologists in jordan to change their. Most viral hepatitis infections in the united states are attributable to hav, hbv, and hcv. Stop the spread of viral hepatitis associated by drug use. Asymptomatic fulminant nonspecific signs and symptoms elevated liver enzymes. An introductory guide for patients april 2018 a 36page primer on hepatitis c, including information on the livers functions, laboratory tests, and treatment. Chronic hepatitis b or hepatitis c infections cause an estimated 78 percent of all liver cancer and 57 percent of all liver cirrhosis perz and others 2006. Eliminate transmission of vaccinepreventable viral. Although acute hav infection is usually selflimiting and does not lead to chronic infection, the world health organization who estimates more than 7000 people died from hepatitis a in 2016 and hav contributes to 0. After adjusting for underascertainment and underreporting 2, the estimated number of new hbv infections in 2016.
Viral hepatitis b and c are major public health challenges, affecting 325 million people globally. To bring together the science and public health practice for the elimination of viral hepatitis, dvh released the divisions fiveyear strategic plan cdcpdf pdf 17 pages. Viral hepatitis 2001, crpvh, antihav positivity was less frequent p 21 years old 2 than subjects in the same age groups of another study conducted in. Hepatitis b infection has dropped significantly since 1991, but remains an area of concern for the african american population. Susceptibility to hepatitis a virus infection in the. Despite having lower rates of hepatitis c, hispanics were. Surveillance for viral hepatitis united states, 2016 consistent trend in acute hbv cases since 2012. Hepatitis and african americans the office of minority. The most common types are hepatitis a, hepatitis b, and hepatitis c. National viral hepatitis action plan, 20142016 pdf hepatitis and liver cancer. Hepatitis b and hepatitis c are two of the most commonly reported infectious diseases in the state of arizona. The office of viral hepatitis prevention works in partnership with local, state and national health officials, communitybased organizations, service providers, and individuals to reduce the effects of viral hepatitis e.
Hepatitis b, hepatitis c, and other blood borne infections in healthcare workersa vhpb symposium reportrome, italy, march 1718, 2005. Hepatitis and hispanic americans the office of minority health. Viral hepatitis an introduction hepatitis, or inflammation of the liver, can be caused by several very different viruses. Progress report on hiv, viral hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections 2019.
Hcv are the leading causes of liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplantation. Action plan for the prevention, care, and treatment of. In 2016, the world health assembly endorsed who viral hepatitis elimination goals, defined as a 90% reduction in incidence and a 65%. State acute hepatitis a incidence compared to healthy people 2020 national goal united states, 2016. Reduce viral hepatitis caused by drug use behaviors. Take full advantage of vaccines that can prevent hepatitis a and b. The plan outlines the strategic imperatives, objectives, and strategies necessary for making measurable progress in the prevention of new infections and viral hepatitis associated illness and death. The florida hepatitis prevention action plan 20162020. They are the root causes of liver cancer, leading to 1. Objective chinas national hepatitis burden is high. In the united states, viral hepatitis is usually caused by the hepatitis a, b, or c virus. Availability of information on risk exposuresbehaviors associated with hepatitis a united states, 2016. Setting data were obtained from chinas national notifiable disease reporting system, and changing trends were estimated by joinpoint regression analysis. Symptoms of acute viral hepatitis include fatigue, flulike symptoms, dark urine, lightcolored stools, fever, and jaundice.