Washing Hands (IMAGE) Ruhr-University Bochum Caption The researchers recommend strict compliance with hygiene guidelines, in order to prevent HBV infections in the future. Credit RUB, Kramer Usage Restrictions The image may only be used for reporting about the Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum in the context of the press release "High stability of the hepatitis B virus ", published in October 2018. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.