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The following information is provided to help people living with hepatitis B and hepatitis C understand their risks from COVID-19 and learn about getting vaccinated.

This information is produced based on recent information available to Hepatitis Australia. For the most current and free advice relating to COVID-19 please visit the national healthdirect website.

COVID-19 FAQs for people living with hepatitis B and hepatitis C

Information about the coronavirus COVID-19 for people living with hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Read more

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs for people living with hepatitis B and hepatitis C

Hepatitis Australia has compiled answers to some frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccines for people living with hepatitis B and hepatitis C. Read more

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