Hepatitis B
Timely public health follow-up is required for acute cases of hepatitis B, including immunoprophylaxis of susceptible contacts.
Passive public health follow-up is provided for chronic cases. The majority of cases of hepatitis B virus in VCH are chronic. Positive hepatitis B virus surface antigen (HBSAg) results are reported once only - subsequent positive results do not get reported. Public Health also works in conjuction with external providers to ensure delivery of prenatal, antenatal, and 7-mos follow-up for infants at high risk of hepatitis B infection.
Communicable disease control manual
- Reportable
- Follow Up Required
- Report to Office of the Chief Medical Health Officer