World Hepatitis Day 2021: Early Detection is Key to Treatment; All You Need to Know
3 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2021: Early Detection is Key to Treatment; All You Need to Know

News 18  

Every year, about 1.3 million people die as a result of viral hepatitis, with 300 million individuals living with the disease and ignorant of their infection status. Because liver damage in chronic viral hepatitis proceeds without symptoms until it reaches the fatal disease stage, screening and early diagnosis are the only strategies to combat this silent killer. Acute viral hepatitis can occasionally progress to a severe form known as “fulminant liver failure”. Chronic hepatitis translates as “long-term hepatitis.” Because the immune system is unable to eradicate B and C viruses, they cause unrelenting long-drawn silent inflammation and scarring in the liver that can last for years.

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Health Talk | Why Hepatitis B elimination in India needs a harder push
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Health Talk | Why Hepatitis B elimination in India needs a harder push

Hindustan Times  

On July 28, the world observed Hepatitis B Day, a crucial event dedicated to raising awareness about hepatitis B, an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus. The country is progressively moving towards the elimination of viral hepatitis B and C, aligning with its global commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3. India is a signatory to …

What is Viral Hepatitis? Know risk factors, symptoms, prevention and treatment
6 months, 1 week ago

What is Viral Hepatitis? Know risk factors, symptoms, prevention and treatment

India TV News  

Viral hepatitis is an infection that causes inflammation and liver damage. The risk factors for viral hepatitis transmission differ depending on the type of virus. Risk factors: When we spoke to Dr Alisha Chaubal, Senior Consultant - Hepatology and Liver Transplant, Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, regarding the same, she said, risk factors include unsafe injection practices, unprotected sex with an …

Why is there a WHO alert on viral hepatitis? | Explained
8 months, 1 week ago

Why is there a WHO alert on viral hepatitis? | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: India accounted for 11.6% of the total viral hepatitis disease burden globally in 2022, making it the country with the second highest disease load after China, according to the World Health Organization’s Global Hepatitis Report 2024 released recently. Dr. Sudeep Khanna, senior consultant, gastroenterologist, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, explained that one of the major reasons for the …

World Hepatitis Day: Have you taken your hepatitis shot? Consult doctor
1 year, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day: Have you taken your hepatitis shot? Consult doctor

Hindustan Times  

A missed hepatitis B dose at birth is a risk for the entire life, said experts as they shared statistics related to patients. For representation only “An alarming, 40% of patients coming with hepatitis B infection, tell us they never got a dose of hepatitis vaccine,” said Dr Sumit Rungta, HoD, gastroenterology, King George’s Medical University. Prof Tulika Chandra, HoD, …

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Hepatitis B vs Hepatitis C; which is more dangerous? Know symptoms and prevention tips
1 year, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Hepatitis B vs Hepatitis C; which is more dangerous? Know symptoms and prevention tips

Hindustan Times  

Hepatitis, an inflammation of liver, can cause mild as well as severe symptoms depending on their type. Around 354 million people around the world live with Hepatitis B or C. World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on July 28, 2023 Hepatitis B, a viral infection can cause both acute and chronic liver disease. "Both Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C …

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Date, history, theme and significance of the day
1 year, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Date, history, theme and significance of the day

Hindustan Times  

World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on July 28 to raise awareness of viral hepatitis and its impact on global health. The goal of World Hepatitis Day is to increase public awareness of the issue and the steps that need to be taken to improve efforts at viral hepatitis prevention, screening, and control. World Hepatitis Day aims to increase …

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Know the difference between Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E
1 year, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2023: Know the difference between Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E

India TV News  

World Hepatitis Day is on July 28 and it is an important reminder to educate ourselves on the different types of hepatitis. Symptoms of hepatitis B can include jaundice, dark urine, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue and fever. Symptoms of hepatitis C can include jaundice, dark urine, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue and fever. Symptoms of hepatitis E can include …

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Impact of COVID-19 on people living with Hepatitis B
2 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Impact of COVID-19 on people living with Hepatitis B

News 18  

WORLD HEPATITIS DAY 2022: World Hepatitis Day is observed annually on July 28 to raise awareness about this liver-related disease. As per World Health Organization, each year 1.5 million new hepatitis B infections are reported and it is estimated that approximately 296 million people are living with hepatitis B infection. People with hepatitis B faced major difficulties in receiving medical …

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
2 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

News 18  

WORLD HEPATITIS DAY 2022: World Hepatitis Day is celebrated on 28th July to raise awareness of viral hepatitis, which causes inflammation of the liver leading to chronic diseases and liver cancer. There might be other causes of Hepatitis too, like: Alcohol Consumption Excessive consumption of alcohol can cause liver damage and inflammation. To determine if you have Hepatitis, look out …

A future free of hepatitis
2 years, 4 months ago

A future free of hepatitis

The Hindu  

On this World Hepatitis Day, the World Health Organization is highlighting the need to bring hepatitis care closer to the people in need. Clean food and good personal hygiene, along with access to safe water and sanitation, can protect us from hepatitis A and E. Measures to prevent hepatitis B and C need to focus on full coverage with hepatitis …

‘Watch out for early signs of a sick or damaged liver’
2 years, 4 months ago

‘Watch out for early signs of a sick or damaged liver’

The Hindu  

On the eve of World Hepatitis Day, doctors from Kauvery Hospital explained the various types of liver conditions with a focus on chronic viral hepatitis that are treatable and curable, but often ignorance and delay lead to complications. K. Elankumaran, senior consultant and head, Liver Diseases and Transplantation Centre, at the Chennai unit of the hospital, and Kumaragurubaran, consultant Hepatologist …

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Date, Theme, History and Significance
2 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Date, Theme, History and Significance

News 18  

WORLD HEPATITIS DAY 2022: World Hepatitis Day is annually commemorated on July 28 to create awareness among people about the viral disease. World Hepatitis Day: History The World Health Organisation launched this campaign with an aim to make the world free of hepatitis. The World Hepatitis Alliance was founded in the year 2007 and the first community-organised World Hepatitis Day …

Severe Acute Hepatitis, First Detected in UK Children, Found in Four More Countries
2 years, 8 months ago

Severe Acute Hepatitis, First Detected in UK Children, Found in Four More Countries

News 18  

Cases of hepatitis of unknown origin, first detected in UK children, have now been recorded in four more European countries and the US, the EU health agency said on Tuesday. On Friday the World Health Organization said it was monitoring 84 cases of severe acute hepatitis that were reported in Britain since April 5 and said it expected more cases …

WHO estimates, globally more than 10 Cr people get infected with Hepatitis A every year.
3 years, 4 months ago

WHO estimates, globally more than 10 Cr people get infected with Hepatitis A every year.

News 18  

Understanding what causes Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection which is caused by the Hepatitis A virus. The World Health Organisation estimates that globally more than 10 crore people get infected with Hepatitis A While this liver infection is generally considered mild and common among children, it can be serious in some cases. You are at risk …

World Hepatitis Day: The treatments that can clear the virus in weeks
3 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day: The treatments that can clear the virus in weeks

The Independent  

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World Hepatitis Day 2021: Impact of COVID-19 on People Living with Hepatitis B
3 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2021: Impact of COVID-19 on People Living with Hepatitis B

News 18  

Hepatitis B, a vaccine-preventable illness, is believed to impact 4 crore individuals in India, whereas Hepatitis C affects 0.6-1.2 crore people, the vast majority of whom are ignorant of their condition. People with hepatitis B have encountered significant problems in getting medical care and treatment during the COVID-19 crisis, owing to delayed consultations and de-prioritization of regular hepatitis or primary …

World Hepatitis Day 2021: Evaluate Your Risk, Take Actions and Spread Awareness
3 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2021: Evaluate Your Risk, Take Actions and Spread Awareness

News 18  

Viral hepatitis is a serious global health issue, with approximate 257 million people worldwide suffering from chronic hepatitis B and 71 million suffering from chronic hepatitis C. Every year on July 28, World Hepatitis Day is marked on the birthday of Dr Baruch Blumberg, who identified the hepatitis B virus in 1967. The World Health Organization has recognised World Hepatitis …

World Hepatitis Day 2021: Symptoms of Hepatitis B and Precautions to Prevent the Disease
3 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2021: Symptoms of Hepatitis B and Precautions to Prevent the Disease

News 18  

Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection, which might also lead to liver failure, and is caused by the hepatitis B virus. In some cases, hepatitis B infection becomes chronic, and it might also lead to liver cancer or cirrhosis. However, you could Some of the signs and symptoms of Hepatitis B include abdominal pain, dark urine, fever, joint pain, …

World Hepatitis Day 2021: History, Theme and Significance
3 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2021: History, Theme and Significance

News 18  

There are numerous diseases in the world that affect people in various ways, and most of the time, they are not recognized until it is too late. With many people uninformed that they may be infected, World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on July 28 to raise awareness about it. World Hepatitis Day: History The day honors American physician …

World Hepatitis Day 2020: 10 Myths Associated With Hepatitis, Busted
4 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2020: 10 Myths Associated With Hepatitis, Busted

News 18  

Viral hepatitis is an infection that can damage the liver by causing inflammation in the organ. On World Hepatitis Day, let us bust some of the most common ones:Myth 1: All hepatitis viruses are the same and spread similarly. The mode of transmission for hepatitis B, C and D viruses is mostly through coming in contact with an infected patient’s …

World Hepatitis Day: Study Says 31-55 Age Group Most Vulnerable
4 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day: Study Says 31-55 Age Group Most Vulnerable

News 18  

People in the age bracket of 31-55 years were found to be the most vulnerable group to hepatitis in an internal study conducted by a Gurgaon-based laboratory, and released on the occasion of World Hepatitis Day Tuesday. The study was conducted with the objective of raising awareness regarding the disease on the occasion of World Hepatitis Day, a statement from …

World Hepatitis Day 2020: Causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention that you should know
4 years, 4 months ago

World Hepatitis Day 2020: Causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention that you should know

India TV News  

World Hepatitis Day 2020: As indicated by the World Health Organization, liver afflictions are the tenth most basic reason for deaths in India. As per the World Health Organization, there are 325 million individuals who are experiencing hepatitis B and C with over 1.3 million fatalities every year over the world. Every year on July 28, people all across the …

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