The Latest Breaking News from Hepatitis

Several countries, including the U.S., have identified or are investigating unexplained hepatitis cases in children. While the reported cases are appearing in clusters, they remain rare. About 200 children are affected worldwide.

Health Officials have suggested the surge in sudden onset hepatitis in children could be caused by a common virus

The UKHSA said the most common symptoms in children in the UK are jaundice and vomiting, and the vast majority of cases are in those aged under five.

WHO has said there were almost 300 probable cases of children with severe hepatitis detected in 20 countries worldwide, with 163 cases in the UK

The UK Health Security Agency is investigating why 163 cases have been detected in the UK since January and said the 'significance of this finding is being explored'

Experts also say that 14 per cent of children affected across the UK recently tested positive for Covid

Health officials are still investigating the cause of the increase in the severe liver condition

Health officials are still investigating the cause of the increase in the severe liver condition.

At least four deaths have been reported due to severe hepatitis in children in recent days

Prison doctor Sean Runacres says he did not recall assessing Veronica Nelson and labels a nurse present at the examination as "a liar".

Health officials are continuing to look into several possible causes of the surge