Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Doctors Warn of Hepatitis A Return on World Hepatitis Day
Doctors met on World Hepatitis Day to talk about liver problems.
They're worried that Hepatitis A, a disease you can get from food and water, is coming back because kids aren't getting exposed to it early like before.
They also talked about other types of Hepatitis, like B and C, which can be more serious.
Hepatitis C can now be treated.
They mentioned how fatty liver is common in India, often linked to diabetes and unhealthy diets, and how important it is to catch these problems early.
Doctors discussed rising Hepatitis A cases and other liver diseases on World Hepatitis Day.
Urbanization is increasing vulnerability to Hepatitis A, as children lack early exposure.
Hepatitis A and B are food/water-borne, while Hepatitis E poses risks for pregnant women.
Effective oral medicines for Hepatitis C are available, aiming for disease eradication.
Fatty liver affects 30% of Indians, often linked to diabetes, and can lead to serious complications.
- Who
- Doctors from Suraksha Clinic and Diagnostics and Medical College Kolkata.
- What
- Discussion on Hepatitis A, other liver diseases, and fatty liver.
- When
- World Hepatitis Day (July 28).
- Where
- New Town, India.
- Why
- To raise awareness about Hepatitis A and other liver diseases, and discuss prevention and treatment.
Expert Concerns
Public Understanding
Public Awareness vs. Medical Perspective
Expert Concerns
Doctors emphasize the rising incidence of Hepatitis A in urban environments and its potential chronic effects.
Public Understanding
The general public may underestimate the seriousness of the disease due to a lack of knowledge and awareness.
- Hepatitis A Vaccine
- Available, recommended.
- Hepatitis C Treatment
- Effective oral medicines available.
- Fatty Liver Incidence
- 30% of Indians.
- Fatty Liver Risk Factors
- Diabetes, unhealthy diet, alcohol consumption.
- Hepatitis E Risk
- Dangerous for pregnant women (mortality rate up to 25%).
- Fatty Liver Detection
- Blood tests, ultrasonography, fibroscan.