In Naples and on the island of Ischia, the number of hepatitis A cases has risen sharply. According to health authorities, the current number of cases is significantly higher than the average of recent years. To curb the spread of the epidemic, authorities have urged the public to practice strict hygiene. At the same time, a comprehensive inspection campaign has been ordered for the entire region, covering restaurants, fish markets, and small markets. Nearly all patients with hepatitis A had eaten mussels. Since the Easter tradition in Campania calls for seafood on the menu, seafood should be eaten well-cooked. If you have been vaccinated against hepatitis A, you don’t need to worry about getting infected, so please check your vaccination status. 