Where is Hepatitis E primarily found?

Hepatitis E is primarily found outside of the United States, mainly affecting areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean water. The transmission of the virus occurs predominantly through the fecal-oral route, often linked to contaminated drinking water.

While specific outbreaks can occur globally, the highest prevalence rates have been documented in parts of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The virus is less common in industrialized nations like the U.S. where sanitation and water treatment measures effectively control its spread. This understanding helps in recognizing global health patterns and challenges related to waterborne diseases, placing Hepatitis E in a distinct category primarily affecting regions beyond U.S. borders.