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On 18 June 2025, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported an increase of hepatitis A in Slovakia. Between January and May 2025, a total of 880 cases were reported, with no associated deaths.
An initial rise in cases was seen in 2022-2024 when children in the Roma communities in eastern Slovakia were most affected. This pattern has changed in 2025 and although the Roma population is still affected, cases have also been idenified in adults experiencing homelessness and substance abuse along with clusters of children in pre-school facilities.
As with all other illnesses spread by the faecal oral route, precautionary measures should be taken to avoid consumption of potentially contaminated drinks and drinking water and to ensure food is uncontaminated or cooked thoroughly.
Personal hygiene when eating and drinking is also important including hand washing prior to eating and using clean plates, cups and utensils.
Vaccination should be considered dependent on individual risk assessment.
The risk is increased for:
For further information see Hepatitis A.
