March 20, 2014 -- Saturated fats have long been called ''bad fats'' for their effect on the heart. But a new analysis calls into question whether they're really that bad after all.The findings, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, have sparked renewed debate about fats and heart health.arch 20, 2014 -- Saturated fats have long been called ''bad fats'' for their effect on the heart. But a new analysis calls into question whether they're really that bad after all.
It is caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV), which attacks liver cells and can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, or liver failure if it is not detected and managed. The virus is transmitted through contact with infected blood and bodily fluids that contain blood.
What is Hepatitis B. Hepatitis B is a virus that can cause liver cancer and can be prevented through a vaccine. Hepatitis B can cause short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic) infection in the liver.Chronic infection can lead to scarring of the liver, also known as cirrhosis, or can lead to liver cancer.Approximately 1.25 million people in the United States have chronic hepatitis B infection.he presence of these antibodies can tell your doctor or healthcare provider if you have been exposed to hepatitis B, if you have a chronic infection, or if you have previously received the hepatitis B vaccine.