Hepatitis B Statistics

Did you know, In 1990 25% of new hepatitis B cases occur through heterosexual contact. Mothers with chronic hepatitis B have more than an 80% chance of infecting unborn children. 30% of injectable drug users are infected with hepatitis B. About 1% of those with symptoms of acute hepatitis B progress to liver failure. Approximately 10% of the population in the U.S. show evidence of infection with hepatitis B on a blood test. About 15-20% of those infected hepatitis B develop joint aches and a slightly raised rash. About 95% of the population will overcome hepatitis B on their own. About 5% of people infected with hepatitis B go on to become chronic carriers. The fastest growing group of people infected with hepatitis B are heterosexuals. 21% of heterosexuals with more than five sexual partners within the last 4 months had hepatitis B. 10% of those infected with hepatitis B are men who have sex with men.