Health plea as hepatitis A outbreak in Barry continues

NewsLatest Wales NewsHealthThe outbreak has been ongoing since May17:49, 28 Jul 2026Health officials have confirmed that a hepatitis A outbreak in Barry is still ongoing, as fresh advice has been issued to help prevent further spread of the virus.‌The outbreak was first reported in May, when Public Health Wales wrote to parents and carers of children attending primary schools in Barry urging them to ensure they and their children practised good hand hygiene to reduce the risk of infection.‌Hepatitis A is a viral infection that affects the liver. It is usually spread through close contact with an infected person or by consuming contaminated food or water. While symptoms can vary, most people make a full recovery without any long-term health problems.‌Cardiff and Vale University Health Board