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Hepatitis A
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Researchers report that 'epigenetic' editing β altering gene activity without cutting DNA β can silence and eliminate hepatitis B virus. The approach targets the virus's genetic material in infected liver cells, raising hopes for a functional cure for the hundreds of millions living with chronic hepatitis B, a leading cause of liver cancer.
- 2Hepatitis A Outbreak From Frozen Clams Sickens 37 Across Four US StatesβHepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Frozen Clams: 37 Sick, 30 Hospitalized in Four States
A hepatitis A outbreak has been linked to frozen clams, with 37 people falling ill and 30 hospitalized across four states. Health officials are investigating the source as food safety lawyers and public health watchers track the case. The high hospitalization rate has drawn attention to hepatitis A risks in imported frozen shellfish.
- 3Marler Clark Investigates Multistate Hepatitis A OutbreakβMarler Clark Investigating Multistate Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked toβ¦
The food safety law firm Marler Clark says it is investigating a multistate hepatitis A outbreak linked to an unnamed source. The firm, known for representing victims of foodborne illness, announced it is looking into the outbreak and potential legal claims on behalf of those sickened. Details about the affected states, the number of cases, and the suspected source have not yet been made public.