Hepatitis A - B - C                                           Easy chart: ABCs of Hepatitis

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by a hepatitis virus. There are several types of hepatitis infections. The three most common in the United States are Hepatitis A, B, and C.

Hepatitis A is considered the least threatening since it generally does not lead to liver damage, and 99% of those infected fully recover.

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Hepatitis B is a serious viral disease that attacks the liver. Approximately 2-10% of adults and 25-80% of children under the age of 5 will not be able to clear the virus in six months and are considered to be chronically infected.

      Hepatitis B Vaccine Information  |  Hepatitis B Fact Sheet |  Hepatitis B cost

Hepatitis C also causes inflammation of the liver, with an estimated 80% of those infected developing chronic hepatitis. Many can develop cirrhosis (scarring of the liver), and some may also develop liver cancer. There is no vaccine for Hepatitis C.

      Hepatitis C Fact Sheet



Free Hepatitis C testing
The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health offers FREE Hepatitis C testing for: 1) past or present IV drug users 2) individuals that received a blood transfusion before 1992 and 3) residents of Cerro Gordo County. Persons that do not fit into these guidelines can request the screening for a $20.00 fee.
Call Public Health: 641-421-9323 or Toll Free: 1-888-264-2581

Free Hepatitis A & B vaccine
The Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health offers FREE hepatitis A & B vaccine for past or present IV drug users, men who have sex with men, individuals that have been told that have a sexually transmitted disease and individuals that have tested positive for the hepatitis C virus.

Your child may be eligible for free vaccine. If you are not sure if your child is covered under the Vaccine for Children program, or you would like to make an appointment, call the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health at (641) 421-9321.  

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If we can assist you in any way, please contact our Disease Prevention staff at (641) 421-9321.