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On 18 June 2025, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported an increase of hepatitis A in Austria.
As of 18 June 2025, a total of 87 confirmed and 44 suspected hepatitis A (HAV) cases with 3 deaths were reported during 2025 in Austria. 63% of cases had required hospitalisation.
Individuals experiencing homelessness and those who use or inject drugs have been identified among the affected populations.
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.
