- By Priyanka Munshi
- Sat, 27 Jul 2024 05:49 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
World Hepatitis Day 2024: Tomorrow, on July 28, people from all across the globe will observe World Hepatitis Day. This important occasion aims to spread awareness about the hepatitis virus, which causes millions of infections worldwide, known as Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. The purpose of this day is to raise public awareness of the major health concerns associated with these conditions, such as liver disease, liver cancer, and death, and to educate people about their causes, symptoms, and prevention.
World Hepatitis Day encourages people to get tested and vaccinated because many forms of hepatitis can be treated and prevented if caught early. Additionally, it promotes improved access to healthcare services and treatment for hepatitis patients. Governments, medical professionals, the general public, and other stakeholders come together on this day to support international efforts to eradicate hepatitis as a public health hazard.
World Hepatitis Day 2024 (Image Credit: Freepik)
The events and efforts of this day promote a more accepting and encouraging atmosphere by reducing stigma and discrimination against hepatitis patients. World Hepatitis Day highlights the importance of international health initiatives and teamwork to enhance health outcomes and save lives. This day is crucial in the fight against hepatitis because it emphasizes treatment, prevention, and education. The goal is to eradicate the threat of the disease to people's health and the health of their communities. Therefore, we've compiled a list of quotes that you can share with anyone you know dealing with severe health issues.
World Hepatitis Day 2024 (Image Credit: Canva)
World Hepatitis Day 2024 Quotes
"There has been a treatment for hepatitis C, but the treatment has not been overwhelming effective, number 1. And number 2, it has had considerable toxicity." - Anthony S
"I don't want to be defined by being the founder of the Body Shop, and I don't want to be defined as a woman suffering from Hepatitis C. There's more to my life than that." - Anita Roddick
“Hepatitis doesn’t always present symptoms.” - Karen Gonzales
World Hepatitis Day 2024 (Image Credit: Canva)
“There is a growing need to make people aware of the severity of the disease in the region. People need to be extra careful, as it is one of the regions where infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) is common.” - Dr. RS Verma
“Hepatitis A and B are vaccine-preventable diseases, yet they continue to be the most commonly reported vaccine-preventable diseases. Getting vaccinated, especially if you are at high risk, provides the best protection from these diseases.” - J Robert Galvin