Can hepatitis be spread through poor hygiene procedures?

Yes, hepatitis A and hepatitis E can be spread through poor hygiene procedures.

Hepatitis A virus (HAV) is transmitted through the fecal-oral route, which means that it is spread when someone ingests food or water that has been contaminated with the feces of an infected person. Poor hygiene practices, such as not washing hands after using the bathroom or before eating, can increase the risk of HAV transmission.

Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is also transmitted through the fecal-oral route. HEV is more common in developing countries where sanitation and hygiene conditions are poor.