Hepatitis | Vermont Department of Health CLOSE Translations for you Hepatitis In this section: Hepatitis A Hepatitis A Resources for Health Care Professionals Hepatitis B Hepatitis C Hepatitis C Resources for Health Care Professionals Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. The liver is a vital organ that processes nutrients, filters the blood, and fights infections. When the liver is inflamed or damaged, its function can be affected. Heavy alcohol use, toxins, some medications, and certain medical conditions can cause hepatitis. However, hepatitis is often caused by a virus. In the United States, the most common types of viral hepatitis are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Hepatitis C Resources for Health Care Professionals This page offers information and resource for providers about hepatitis C surveillance, reporting, and who... Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). HCV can... Hepatitis B The hepatitis B virus is spread when blood, semen, or other body fluids from an... Hepatitis A Resources for Health Care Professionals This page offers information and resources for providers about hepatitis A vaccination and actions requested. Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by a virus that can spread easily from... Subscribe to Hepatitis April 1, 2026