Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Doctors Urge Early Hepatitis Diagnosis
Hepatitis is a serious disease that affects the liver and can cause liver damage, failure, and cancer.
Many people have hepatitis but don't know it because they don't have symptoms.
Doctors say it's important to get tested and vaccinated to prevent these problems.
They also say that people who are at higher risk, like those with diabetes or a family history of liver disease, should get checked regularly.
Vaccination and early treatment can help prevent serious health issues and even save lives.
Hepatitis causes 1.3 million deaths annually worldwide.
India has 29 million with chronic Hepatitis B and 5.5 million with chronic Hepatitis C.
Doctors urge routine screening and vaccination to reduce liver-related deaths.
Hepatitis B can be prevented through vaccination, and Hepatitis C can be cured with antiviral medicines.
Early diagnosis can prevent liver failure, liver cancer, and the need for liver transplantation.
- Who
- Doctors and healthcare professionals
- What
- Urging early diagnosis and vaccination for hepatitis
- When
- Ahead of World Hepatitis Day on July 28
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- To reduce liver-related deaths and prevent long-term liver damage
Preventive Measures
Public Awareness
Preventive Measures
Preventive Measures
Doctors emphasize the importance of vaccination, routine screening, and early diagnosis to prevent liver damage and reduce hepatitis-related deaths.
Public Awareness
Public awareness campaigns are crucial to educate people about the silent nature of hepatitis and the need for regular check-ups.
- Annual Deaths
- 1.3 million
- Chronic Hepatitis B in India
- 29 million
- Chronic Hepatitis C in India
- 5.5 million
- World Hepatitis Day
- July 28
- Theme
- Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down