Abstract
Viral hepatitis, caused by one of five different viruses, is an important cause of illness in tropical countries and a significant cause of death. Vaccines against hepatitis A and B are now available and, if used widely, have the potential virtually to eliminate both these diseases (and also hepatitis D). Vaccines against hepatitis C and E are being developed.
MeSH terms
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Hepatitis A / epidemiology
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Hepatitis A Vaccines
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Hepatitis B / epidemiology
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Hepatitis B Vaccines
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Hepatitis C / epidemiology
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Hepatitis D / epidemiology
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Hepatitis E / epidemiology
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Hepatitis, Viral, Human*
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Hepatovirus / immunology
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Humans
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Tropical Climate
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Vaccination
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Viral Hepatitis Vaccines
Substances
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Hepatitis A Vaccines
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Hepatitis B Vaccines
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Viral Hepatitis Vaccines