World Hepatitis Day 2021
Viral hepatitis - a group of infectious diseases known as hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D, and hepatitis E - affects millions of people worldwide, causing both acute (short-term) and chronic (long-term) liver disease.
Hepatitis viruses A, B, C, D and E can cause acute and chronic infection and inflammation of the liver leading to cirrhosis and liver cancer. These viruses constitute a major global health risk.
This year’s theme is “Hepatitis Can’t Wait”. With a person dying every 30 seconds from a hepatitis related illness - even in the current COVID-19 crisis - we can’t wait to act on viral hepatitis.
Contact the helpful team at The Local Choice Pharmacy for trusted health advice.
