COVID-19 Restrictions Likely Led to Resurgence of Rare Hepatitis Among Children: Study

The number of cases of hepatitis among children under the age of 10 being investigated by health officials has risen Peter Byrne/PA

A virus not known to normally cause disease, coupled with lowered immunity in children due to lockdowns, may have led to a hepatitis outbreak, researchers have found.

UK researchers believe they have identified the cause of acute liver problems that have been affecting young children around the world.

Sudden-onset Hepatitis

Two new studies, which have yet to be peer-reviewed, have now been published led by the University of Glasgow and Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) in London. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) also worked with them.