Hepatitis A (Hep A) is a virus that affects the liver. It is caused by bad food, water and sanitation (disposal of sewage). Improving hygiene helps prevent it. There is also a vaccine to protect you from getting Hep A. Hep A can usually be cured. When treating Hep A it is important to avoid alcohol and eat healthily so your body can recover. If you think you are ill you need to go to a health facility straight away for tests to find out the exact cause. This will enable you to get the correct treatment quickly and reduce the risk of long-term damage.
Attribution: Straight Talk Foundation & Marie Stopes