Archive · 28 Jul 2026
World Hepatitis Day: Preventing Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a virus that can cause serious liver damage and even liver cancer.
It can be passed from a mother to her baby at birth and often doesn't show symptoms for years.
Doctors say the best way to stop it is through screening pregnant women and giving babies a vaccine right after birth.
They also say more people need to know about the virus and get tested, especially those at higher risk.
Vaccination is very important because it can prevent liver cancer.
Doctors are working to make sure more people get screened and vaccinated to stop the spread of hepatitis B.
Hepatitis B can be passed from mother to child at birth and often remains undetected for years.
Early diagnosis and vaccination are crucial for preventing liver damage and cancer.
Screening should be routine for high-risk groups, including pregnant women and healthcare workers.
Vaccination is one of the few vaccines that can prevent cancer.
Preventing mother-to-child transmission is critical to reducing the hepatitis B burden.
- Who
- Doctors and specialists in gastroenterology, gynaecology, and gastrointestinal oncology
- What
- The importance of preventing hepatitis B through screening and vaccination
- When
- World Hepatitis Day
- Where
- India
- Why
- To reduce the burden of hepatitis B and prevent liver cancer
Prevention Focus
Treatment Focus
Primary Strategy
Prevention Focus
Prevention through screening and vaccination is the most effective way to combat hepatitis B.
Treatment Focus
Treatment with antiviral therapies can manage the disease and reduce complications.
Resource Allocation
Prevention Focus
Resources should be directed towards universal screening and vaccination programs.
Treatment Focus
Investment in advanced treatment options and healthcare infrastructure is crucial.
- Virus Type
- Hepatitis B
- Transmission
- Mother-to-child, blood and body fluids
- Prevention
- Vaccination, screening, early diagnosis
- Symptoms
- Fatigue, abdominal swelling, jaundice, weight loss
- Complications
- Liver damage, liver cancer
- Vaccination Coverage
- Incomplete in many regions
- Awareness
- Low among high-risk groups