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Hepatitis B virus

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Delta agent (Hepatitis D)

Alternative Names: Hepatitis D virus Prevention: Prompt recognition and treatment of hepatitis B infection can help prevent hepatitis D. Text Continues Below Avoid intravenous drug abuse. If you use IV drugs, avoid sharing needles. There is a vaccine available to prevent hepatitis B and should be considered by people who are at risk due to IV drug use, exposure to blood products, or sexual behaviors.

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