Viral hepatitis A is usually transmitted by
A) the fecal-oral route.
B) contaminated food, water, and stools.
C) poor hygiene.
D) all of the above.

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The causative virus, hepatitis A virus (HAV), is highly contagious and is transmitted by the fecal-oral route from contaminated food (including shellfish and contaminated raw fruit and vegetables), water, and stools. HAV is present in the stool before symptoms are evident. Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended before travel into areas where hepatitis A is prevalent and where sanitation is poor.

Viral Hepatitis a Is Usually Transmitted by