Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus. Anyone can get hepatitis B and many infected people do not experience symptoms or know they are sick. Infection with hepatitis B can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term). If untreated, hepatitis be can become serious. Hepatitis B is a leading cause of liver cancer.
Fact Sheet: Hepatitis B – What You Need to Know
October 18, 2024
