The Gastroenterology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, joins the global community in commemorating World Hepatitis Day 2026 with the theme "Hepatitis: Let's Break It Down."
Viral hepatitis remains a major public health challenge, affecting millions of people worldwide. Sadly, many individuals are unaware they are infected until serious complications such as liver cirrhosis or liver cancer develop. This year's theme highlights the importance of increasing awareness, promoting early detection, encouraging vaccination, and ensuring access to timely treatment.
As part of the commemoration, the hospital will offer free Hepatitis B and C screening, expert health talks, and personalised counselling services to members of the public. These activities are aimed at educating people on the causes, modes of transmission, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of hepatitis, while encouraging everyone to know their hepatitis status.
The public is encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to get tested, ask questions, and receive professional guidance on maintaining good liver health.
Remember:
Hepatitis can be prevented.
Hepatitis can be treated.
Hepatitis can be eliminated.
Join us as we work together to build a healthier society through awareness, prevention, and early detection.
Be informed. Get screened. Stay healthy.
Know today, live tomorrow.