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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Kirby

Hepatitis: 163 UK children now infected, 11 needing liver transplants, as cases continue to rise

PA Wire

More than 160 children have now been identified with sudden onset hepatitis in the UK, of whom 11 have needed a liver transplant.

An update from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows an extra 18 cases recorded as of May 3 (compared to April 29), bringing the UK total to 163.

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