07/04/25 Public Health Education Topic: Hepatitis B Perinatal

Per the Asian Liver Center Asian Liver Center at Stanford University:

HBV and Moms-to-Be HBV and Moms-to-Be O Hepatitis B (HBV) is the most common serious viral infection of the liver and can lead to premature death from liver cancer or liver failure.

• In the U.S., approximately 10-15 people die every day as a result of HBV infection.

• Hepatitis B can be transmitted from an infected mother to her child during the birthing process.

• Newborns who become infected with HBV have a 90% chance of developing chronic (lifelong) infection.

• Fortunately, HBV can be prevented with a very safe and effective vaccine

To learn more:

View the Asian Liver Center's HepBMoms Brochure: 6c3c08_c9e09da9553442449e085afabeda2ee9.pdf

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