Hepatitis News

Awareness is crucial because many people with hepatitis are asymptomatic and remain undiagnosed until they develop severe liver disease. Early detection through screening can significantly improve treatment outcomes and prevent the spread of the virus. Awareness campaigns help to educate the public about transmission risks, preventive measures, and the availability of vaccination and treatment options.

World Hepatitis Day plays a crucial role in raising public awareness about viral hepatitis and its impact on public health. This day brings together hepatitis educators, patients, and leaders to discuss various forms of the disease, as well as strategies for testing, treatment, and prevention. 

India has about “37 million HBV carriers”, said the researchers in the paper. Yet the knowledge about the disease as well of the preventive vaccine was found to be low.  

Hepatitis C is a virus that can infect the liver which, if left untreated, can cause serious and potentially life-threatening liver damage over many years Historically, hepatitis C was treated with interferon-based therapy, which was often ineffective But in 2011, new medications called direct-acting antivirals (DAA) were developed

Hepatitis is an inflammatory viral infection that primarily affects the liver with potential to lead to severe complications such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.

Viral hepatitis such as hepatitis A and E can be more common during the monsoon months, says expert. 

July 28 is observed as World Hepatitis Day globally every year The aim of this day is to create awareness in people about the adverse effects of hepatitis that can cause major liver-related disorders Pregnant women should especially be careful of hepatitis

Viral hepatitis is a global health problem that caused 1.34 million deaths in 2015, which is higher than the deaths caused by tuberculosis and HIV Hepatitis B and C are solely responsible for 96 per cent of hepatitis mortality There are many different types of Hepatitis viruses (A to E), but B and E are the most concerning types

Hepatitis A is often perceived as a mild self-limiting illness, but it can still cause severe symptoms, especially in those with pre-existing liver conditions Unlike bacterial infections treated with antibiotics, hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E are caused by viruses and cannot be cured with antibiotics Both hepatitis B and C can be asymptomatic for a prolonged period, leading to a silent progression of liver damage

A child has died from a mystery strain of severe hepatitis. WHO has confirmed that this strain has been reported in 12 countries. It said that it is aware of 169 rare cases of acute hepatitis.

Hepatitis is classified as acute if it lasts less than six months and chronic if it lasts more than six months Ayurveda uses the term Kaamala to represent a wide spectrum of liver ailments, including Hepatitis Kaamala is a dominant pitta dosha disease of the Raktavaha srotas

The drastic fluctuations in temperature and high humidity during this season makes one susceptible to many viruses causing a cold and flu Fungal infections especially of the feet are another problem specific to this season

July 28 is observed as World Hepatitis Day (WHD) across the globe in order to raise awareness about the disease and with an aim to eradicate it completely from planet earth by 2030. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver tissue, which is caused by a viral infection. Hepatitis affects millions of people across the world, causing both acute and chronic liver disease. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), India carries around 50% of the global burden of chronic hepatitis.

The Health Minister said that nodal officers and monitoring officers have been deputed to ensure that Hepatitis-C patients would not suffer at any cost.  

Out of the total number, 52 million children were exposed to viral hepatitis.

The emergency proclamation will allow the state to increase the supply of adult Hepatitis A vaccines to meet current needs, aiming to help control the outbreak.  

A good information and knowledge about hepatitis risks can help people prevent themselves from getting infected or passing the infection on to others. 

Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver tissue, commonly caused by a viral infection.

Globally, about 1.4 million people die each year from hepatitis. It is estimated that only 5% of people with chronic hepatitis know of their infection, and less than 1% have access to treatment. 

WHO announced in a statement that the veteran actor has been brought on board to boost awareness and intensify action to arrest the Hepatitis epidemic.