Hepatitis A Webinar

Hepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable communicable disease of the liver, caused by the Hepatitis A virus.  Hear from Washington State Department of Health experts on best practice recommendations for Hepatitis A, including screening in the ED.

Objectives:

• Share Best Practices on Hep A Screening in the ED
• Review epidemiology and reporting requirements of Hepatitis A
• Summarize vaccination recommendations and vaccination standing order practices
• Discuss patient safety and minimizing the spread within the hospital setting.