A CDC study reveals that over 60,000 patients in the U.S. were advised to get tested for hepatitis B and C due to lapses in infection control practices by healthcare personnel outside of hospitals. This highlights significant risks in patient safety and the need for improved adherence to infection protocols.

The CDC has expanded its testing recommendations for chronic hepatitis B virus infection, aiming to improve early detection and management of the disease. This new guidance also includes updated patient management strategies for those already infected.

Acute viral hepatitis cases, specifically hepatitis A, B, and C, have significantly declined in the U.S. from 1995 to 2005, with hepatitis A and B reaching their lowest levels. This trend highlights the effectiveness of public health initiatives in managing these diseases.