Which form of hepatitis can live outside the body for several months?

Hepatitis A (HAV) is primarily transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food and water and is associated with poor sanitation measures. It can survive outside the body for several months, particularly under favorable environmental conditions. This resilience is due to the virus’s stable capsid, which protects it from degradation.

While Hepatitis B and C can survive outside the body as well, they do so for hours to days, not months. Hepatitis E also has a similar transmission route as Hepatitis A but does not share its same extreme resilience in the environment. Understanding the stability and transmission methods of different hepatitis viruses is essential for implementing effective public health measures and hygienic practices to prevent outbreaks.