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Understanding Hepatitis A: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

What is Hepatitis A and How is it Contracted? Hepatitis A is a highly contagious viral infection that affects the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV), which is commonly transmitted through the consumption of contaminated food or water, or through close contact with an infected person. The virus can survive for a long time outside the…