Outbreak
OUTBREAK|
UPDATE 3: MORE PEOPLE SICK
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Hepatitis A Outbreak
Severity
37 people sick (3 new) and 30 hospitalized (2 new) across 4 states between July 30, 2025, and June 23, 2026. The true number of sick people is likely higher, and the outbreak may not be limited to states with known illnesses. Imported frozen clams are linked to the outbreak. La Serranita black shell meat products were recently recalled. Investigation is ongoing to identify additional sources of frozen clams. Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled products.
Who's At Risk?
People who are unvaccinated, travelers to areas with higher hepatitis A rates, people with chronic liver disease, and those with close contact with an infected person are at higher risk of infection.
Symptoms
Infection with Hepatitis A can cause fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, joint pain, and yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice). Symptoms can range from mild illness to severe liver disease.