Millions of people around the world do not know they are infected with viral hepatitis

"Millions of people around the world are infected with viral hepatitis without knowing it and without receiving treatment, "explained WHO. This year, the UN agency placed the World Hepatitis Day, celebrated on July 28, under the theme "Take action against hepatitis: detect and treat". According to the WHO. Viral hepatitis B and C are serious health problems affecting 325 million people worldwide. They are among the leading causes of liver cancer, which causes 1.34 million deaths each year. Also, hepatitis B and C are chronic infections that can remain asymptomatic for long periods – sometimes years, even decades. The UN agency stresses that rapid treatment and screening for viral hepatitis B and C could save lives. At least 60% of liver cancer cases are due to late detection and treatment of these conditions.

Low screening and treatment coverage is the main gap to be met in order to meet global elimination goals. 2030. WHO encourages the various events and activities organized on the occasion of the Day to pursue the following global, regional or national objectives: To develop prevention, screening, treatment and care services. hepatitis, with emphasis on WHO recommendations; Present best practices and promote universal coverage of health services; Improving partnerships and funding in the fight against viral hepatitis

In addition, the WHO and the Government of Mongolia will hold a series of events in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, for World Hepatitis Day 2018. High-level leaders, health promoters and patient representatives from global, regional and national organizations will be mobilized. This will be an opportunity to highlight the innovative solutions and partnerships that need to be implemented to strengthen hepatitis screening and treatment services, and to celebrate the country's leading role in the fight against HIV / AIDS. hepatitis.

Un.org/L'Avenir

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