Hepatitis A

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Be prepared. Your local Travel Clinic can help you plan for a safe and healthy adventure. What Is It? Hepatitis A is a virus that is very common in developing countries where sanitation is poor Travelers can be infected from person-to-person contact or through food and water that has been contaminated with animal or human feces In adults, Hepatitis A usually results in liver disease, characterized by jaundice - a yellowing of the skin - that can last a month or more Other symptoms may include fatigue, nausea, stomach pains and general weakness Children may show no symptoms at all Where Is It? Hepatitis A is a virus that is very common in developing countries where sanitation is poor Prevention Tips Follow strict food and water precautions while traveling Ensure all food is well cooked - especially meat and seafood Consume only canned or commercially bottled drinks Ensure ice cubes are made from purified water Eat only fruits and vegetables that you wash and peel yourself Avoid cold cuts, salads, watermelon and puddings If traveling to an area where Hepatitis A is common, your travel health care professional should ensure that you receive a Hepatitis A vaccine

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