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Hepatitis A Virus

Description: Hepatitis A virus (HAV) is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. It is usually transmitted through contaminated food or water.

Sense 1 (Medical): In the medical context, hepatitis A virus refers to the specific virus responsible for causing hepatitis A, a viral infection that primarily affects the liver.

Sample Sentence: The hepatitis A virus can cause symptoms such as fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain.

Sense 2 (Prevention): In terms of prevention, hepatitis A virus refers to vaccines that protect against the hepatitis A infection.

Sample Sentence: It is recommended to get vaccinated with the hepatitis A virus vaccine before traveling to certain regions with a higher risk of contamination.

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