Knowledge is power. In this section, you can read about what hepatitis is, its various forms, how it spreads and how you can protect yourself and others. With this essential information, you can separate the facts from the myths that have developed around hepatitis.

Most important, you’ll learn why you should get tested for hepatitis and where you can go for a simple, confidential test. And there’s great news if you test negative for hepatitis: A vaccine can protect you from becoming infected with hepatitis A or B.