July 28 marks the World Hepatitis Day. Why is it important?
Hepatitis causes diseases in liver, mainly inflammation
Hepatitis has four strains (A, B, C, D) and is caused by a variety of factors
Hepatitis has four strains (A, B, C, D) and is caused by a variety of factors
Heavy alocohol use, toxins, some medications and medical conditions cause Hepatitis
Heavy alocohol use, toxins, some medications and medical conditions cause Hepatitis
Around 354 million people suffer from Hepatitis B and C, as per WHO.
Around 354 million people suffer from Hepatitis B and C, as per WHO.
While there's no cure, vaccinations are available for some types
Newborns should receive a Hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth
Newborns should receive a Hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth