28/07/2024
Today is !
It’s time to take action and the first step is to get TESTED.
What is Hepatitis?
It is the inflammation of the liver due to hepatitis viruses (Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E viruses)
HEPATITIS A and E
- due to ingestion of contaminated food/water
HEPATITIS B, C and D
- due to receipt of contaminated blood or blood products, invasive medical procedures using contaminated equipment and for hepatitis B transmission from mother to baby at birth, from family member to child, and also by sexual contact
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), here is how you can take action in order yo protect yourself as well as your loved ones:
1. Get TESTED
2. NEVER share sharp instruments
3. Get TREATED
4. VACCINATE babies within 24 hours of birth (PREVENTION)
It's ! Test, treat and prevent .
It's time for action.