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.