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We are a grant-making organisation dedicated exclusively to ending viral hepatitis.

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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
✨ As we wrap up 2025, we’re grateful for our partners and supporters. Together we strengthened maternal health screenings, advanced vaccination efforts, and supported research toward #hepatitis elimination. Thank you for your commitment and warm wishes for 2026! 🙏 #SeasonsGreetings
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
📊 The recent #CDC panel vote to delay the first #hepatitis B vaccine dose is raising concern. Experts warn it’s not evidence‑based, could cause hundreds of preventable infections and deaths, and is already causing confusion among parents.
salon.com
Hepatitis B vaccine delay leaves parents confused - Salon.com
Experts say the CDC advisory panel’s delay of newborn hepatitis B shots is not evidence-based
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
📢 MEDIA STATEMENT: The Hepatitis Fund expresses serious concern over the US ACIP recommendation to delay the #hepatitis B birth dose for infants, a move that risks reversing decades of progress in protecting newborns. Read out full statement:
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US vaccine policy shift threatens progress against Hepatitis B
The Hepatitis Fund expresses serious concern over the US Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)’s recommendation to delay the hepatitis B birth dose for infants, a move that, if adopted, ...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
In the US, today's expected decision on whether to delay the newborn #hepatitisB vaccination shows that even established protections are not guaranteed. We need to safeguard newborns everywhere by ensuring both funding and firm policies remain in place. #VaccinesWork
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
US vaccine advisors may delay the #hepatitisB birth dose, a policy that cut childhood infections by 95% and saved thousands. ⚠️ Rolling back protection risks reversing decades of progress. We strongly urge policymakers to uphold universal vaccinations. #VaccinesWork
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Kennedy's vaccine advisers to weigh hepatitis B vaccine timing
Vaccine advisers to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Thursday weighed on whether to scrap a broad recommendation for the hepatitis B vaccine for children, with a vote planned for later in the day, in what wou...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
AIDS is NOT over. ➡️ 40M people live with HIV ➡️ 10M still waiting for treatment HIV & #hepatitis are deeply connected. On #WorldAIDSDay, The Hepatitis Fund urges leaders to recommit: End AIDS and hepatitis together, with resilient, equitable health systems. #WAD2025
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
🌍 In #Rwanda, a dedicated programme is proving #hepatitis B elimination is possible. Nearly 1 million mothers screened & 99% of newborns protected at birth. Thanks to local health workers, CHAI, Rwanda’s MoH & The Hepatitis Fund. #VaccinesWork
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World Hepatitis Alliance @worldhepalliance.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for #HepTestWeek! Your engagement, passion, and commitment help drive the global movement for hepatitis elimination. We’d love to see what you did last week. Share your activities with us at: contact@worldhepatitisalliance.org #NOhep #HepCantWait
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
🌍 Drug resistance threatens progress against #hepatitis. The @who.int has launched an important new global framework to tackle resistance in #HIV, hepatitis B & C, and STIs. Strong action is needed to protect lifesaving treatments and stop hepatitis.
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WHO launches new framework to tackle drug resistance to HIV, hepatitis B and C, and STIs
WHO has released the Integrated drug resistance action framework for HIV, hepatitis B and C and sexually transmitted infections, 2026–2030, a landmark roadmap to address the growing threat of drug res...
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Hepatitis B Voices Australia @hepbvoicesau.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
A mother’s care begins before birth🤰#HepTestWeek #HepatitisB #PrenatalCare #GetTested
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
🧪 One quick test. A lifetime of impact! Testing for #hepatitis protects your health, prevents transmission, and opens access to care. This #HepTestWeek, make hepatitis visible, get tested, know your status, and keep your community safe. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
📊In a rapidly changing world, regularly revising #hepatitisB guidelines ensures our response to hepatitis B remains effective.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
📢 #HEPDART2025 is now accepting late‑breaking abstracts! Present to an international audience of hepatology, virology, & drug‑development experts. ⏰ Deadline: Nov 17 | Conference: Dec 7–11 | Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Hep DART 2025 — Informed Horizons Education Inc.
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World Hepatitis Alliance @worldhepalliance.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Have you registered yet? Join us on Thursday as we learn more about testing for hepatitis delta. Supported by Bluejay Therapeutics Register: bit.ly/4odkUuh #HepTestWeek
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: World Hepatitis Testing Week: Scaling Up Hepatitis Delta Testing: Breaking Barriers, Seizing Opportunities. After registering, you will receive a confirmati...
Globally, it is estimated that 12 million people are living with hepatitis delta. Although hepatitis delta accounts for approximately 20% of liver disease, access to screening and treatment is largely...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
#Hepatitis is treatable, but #stigma keeps people from getting tested and accessing care. Stigma keeps hepatitis hidden. Knowledge, compassion, and action bring it to light. Let’s end the silence. 📣
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
#Uganda has launched the #hepatitis B birth dose vaccine to protect newborns and prevent mother-to-child transmission. Supported by Gavi, this milestone aligns with global goals to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030.
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Uganda rolls out the hepatitis B birth dose vaccine, to protect the youngest and most vulnerable
Hepatitis B is far more likely to turn chronic if the infection is contracted at birth, and mother-to-child transmission is common in highly-endemic regions. But the birth dose vaccine can block that ...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Liver Cancer Awareness Month might be coming to an end, but our mission continues. 💪 Viral #hepatitis is the leading cause of liver cancer worldwide, and it’s entirely preventable. Early 👏 detection 👏 saves 👏 lives! #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
Universal newborn #vaccination isn’t optional, it’s urgent! 🚨 #Hepatitis B infects 1.5M people yearly. For babies, the risk of chronic infection is 95%. A birth dose within 24 hours offers near-total protection. Read why this matters:
thehepatitisfund.org
Safeguarding future generations: Advocating for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination
As the former Minister of Health and Population in Egypt and the architect of one of the most successful public health campaigns in history, which led to the elimination of hepatitis C from our nation...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
#Hepatitis is the leading cause of #LiverCancer worldwide. Let’s strive for a world where no child is born with viral hepatitis, and where people always have access to equitable treatment and care. #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth
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TherVacB Project @thervacb-eu.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
💬 Proud to be featured by #CORDIS! They spotlight #TherVacB's clinical trial as a key step toward a functional cure for chronic #hepB. 🎥 Our awareness videos with @dsolve.bsky.social explain diagnosis, co-infection & care. 🔗 link.europa.eu/QMFx3J #HBV #HDV #LiverSky #HepSky #LiverTwitter
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Towards a cure for hepatitis B
A new clinical trial is testing a vaccine that could be the answer for people living with chronic hepatitis B infection.,,,European...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
📄 Strategies for hepatitis elimination in LMICs: 22 recommendations based on case studies from Egypt, Rwanda, Vietnam & Pakistan. Supported by The #Hepatitis Fund. 🔗 Download the full report and recommendations: thehepatitisfund.org/best-practic...
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AIVL For PWUD Wellbeing, Health & Human Rights✊️💜 @aivl.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Amazing work the Maldives! ❤️💙
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
The #Maldives 🇲🇻 has become the first country to stop mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and #hepatitis B, according to the @who.int. A powerful milestone, and proof that hepatitis elimination is within reach. 👏
who.int
Maldives becomes the first country to achieve ‘triple elimination’ of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B
In a landmark public health achievement, WHO has validated the Maldives for eliminating mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of hepatitis B, while maintaining its earlier validation (in 2019) for EMTC...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
💚 It’s Liver Cancer Awareness Month! Chronic #hepatitisB is a major driver of liver cancer, and it’s preventable. Funding vaccination, early detection & treatment could protect over 10 million lives. This #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth, let’s invest in prevention.
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World Hepatitis Alliance @worldhepalliance.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
It's #WorldMentalHealthDay. Mental health & hepatitis are linked. Explore our community advocacy resources to support the integration of mental health and hepatitis care. ✔️ Community briefing: bit.ly/45YnZIl ✔️ CIP module: bit.ly/3Tb4zIV ✔️ NOhep webinar: bit.ly/3KHiPbn
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Mental Health - World Hepatitis Alliance
Mental Health Hepatitis and mental health are closely linked. People with mental health conditions are at higher risk of hepatitis, and hepatitis can cause mental health issues and/or impact a person’...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
🧠 Hepatitis doesn’t just affect the body; it can also isolate. Stigma and discrimination pushes people into silence, delays treatment, and can lead to feelings of anxiety and shame. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s break the silence and push to end #hepatitis stigma. 📣 #WMHD25
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World Hepatitis Alliance @worldhepalliance.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
It's #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth. Liver cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, and the majority of cases are caused by viral hepatitis. This October, let’s unite to integrate hepatitis into cancer prevention strategies. Read more on our white paper: bit.ly/4kRJeQk
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
🎉 Big congratulations to @helenclarknz.bsky.social NZ on her appointment as Chair of the @gavi.org Board! As the Global Ambassador for The Hepatitis Fund, Helen brings unmatched leadership and dedication to global health. We’re thrilled to see her take on this vital role.
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Helen Clark named as new Chair of the Gavi Board
Gavi Board unanimously approves the selection of Rt Hon Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, as its new Chair.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
President Trump falsely claimed newborns don’t need the #hepatitis B vaccine. Experts disagree, early vaccination prevents lifelong liver disease. If in doubt, follow the science. 🔬
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Fact check: What you need to know about Trump’s misinformation about vaccines, autism and hepatitis B | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump’s Monday comments about autism and public health were filled with misinformation that left many doctors aghast – and not just about Tylenol.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Thanks to our partners and donors, over 250,000 people have been tested and diagnosed, 20,000+ are on treatment, and 1,300+ healthcare workers are now trained to fight #hepatitis. Together, we’re funding real solutions and changing real lives. ❤️‍🩹
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
The #hepatitis B birth dose is a proven safeguard for infants, preventing millions of infections worldwide. As architect of Egypt’s hepatitis C elimination campaign, Dr. Hala Zaid warns: Weakening birth dose policy puts newborns at risk. 📖 #VaccinesWork
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Safeguarding future generations: Advocating for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination
As the former Minister of Health and Population in Egypt and the architect of one of the most successful public health campaigns in history, which led to the elimination of hepatitis C from our nation...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
🛑 Delaying the #hepatitis B birth dose isn’t just risky, it’s a rollback on decades of progress. Every newborn deserves protection from day 1. The Hepatitis Fund's Dr Hala Zaid urges action after a US panel postpones a vote that could weaken birth dose recommendations. Read it here: zurl.co/EjOHH
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
⏳ There are just 2 weeks left to submit your abstract for HEP-DART 2025. Submit an abstract by 29 September and join the global conversation on hepatitis research and treatment. 👉https://informedhorizonseducation.com/abstracts-hepdart-2025 #HEPDART2025
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
🌏 #Vietnam is leading the charge to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of #HepatitisB. With Hepatitis Fund support, 8,275 pregnant women were screened, 73% early in pregnancy. This model is now shaping national policy & transforming maternal care. thehepatitisfund.org/phuong-vos-story
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
The #HepatitisB birth dose has been routine since 1991, cutting childhood infections by 99%. Without it, 90% of exposed newborns risk chronic disease and #LiverCancer. Some now question its value, but the science is clear: Early protection saves lives. 👏
nbcnews.com
The hepatitis B vaccine has sharply cut infections in children. Why are some against it?
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel is set to discuss and possibly vote on the vaccine at a meeting next week.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
The Hepatitis Fund’s global Grant Programme empowers governments and organizations to design and implement effective strategies for eliminating viral #hepatitis. 🌍 By fostering collaboration and innovation, we help pave the way toward a world free from this preventable disease.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
🎓 Together with our partners, The Hepatitis Fund is helping train #Zambia’s future #hepatitis professionals, helping the country greatly expand its ability to diagnose, treat, and save lives. Learn more about our ongoing programs: thehepatitisfund.org/grant-portfolio
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
💰 Every $1 invested in #hepatitis elimination unlocks $3 in savings and economic growth. We have the tools we need to make disease elimination a reality. What’s missing is the funding and political will to mobilise action. 🌎 Join us as we turn possibility into progress: www.thehepatitisfund.org.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 24/08/2025
✅ Some key policy recommendations from the newly released 'Best Practices in #Hepatitis Elimination' report, created by Anja Hughes, Leila Izard Vera, and Levi Luder. Access the full report and recommendations here: thehepatitisfund.org/best-practic...
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World Hepatitis Alliance @worldhepalliance.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
Registration for the #WorldHepatitisSummit 2026 is now officially OPEN! Join us in Bangkok, Thailand, from 28–30 April 2026 to accelerate global action, foster stronger partnerships, and promote equitable strategies in the fight against hepatitis. Register: worldhepatitissummit.org/2026-registr...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
📢 Excited to share the launch of a global Patient Charter to improve care for people with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of primary #LiverCancer. The Hepatitis Fund's Jade Chakowa contributed to this milestone. 📖 Read the article:
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Resolution of vitreomacular traction following intravitreal triamcinol | OPTH
Resolution of vitreomacular traction following intravitreal triamcinolone acetonide injection in an eye with branch retinal vein occlusion Göktuğ Seymenoğlu,1 Özcan Kayikçioğlu,1 Bilg...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
🛡️ Hepatitis B can be prevented. #Hepatitis C can be cured. But only if we act. The latest update from the @who.int highlights how #Thailand continues to proactively lead the way in protecting communities through vaccination, testing, and treatment.
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How to vaccinate and protect against Hepatitis B and C
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
🎓 Supported by The Hepatitis Fund, grad students from the @gvagrad.bsky.social share 22 key recommendations to eliminate #hepatitis in LMICs, based on case studies from Egypt, Rwanda, Vietnam and Pakistan. 📘 Read the report and recommendations: thehepatitisfund.org/best-practic...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
A world without #hepatitis is possible if we work together to raise awareness, expand testing, and ensure treatment for all. - @who.int Director-General @drtedros.who.int.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 10/08/2025
A single birth-dose of the #hepatitisB vaccine can offer newborns lifelong protection. Yet less than half of newborns globally receive this critical dose. It's time to close the gap and give every child a healthy start. 🌍 #VaccinesWork #HealthForAll
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
👏 Congratulations to #Taiwan for its extraordinary progress towards eliminating #hepatitis C. Expanded screening will benefit nearly 2 million more people , a strong step forward showing what’s possible when science, policy & community align.
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Taiwan to apply for WHO hepatitis C certification this year - Focus Taiwan
Taiwan will apply for World Health Organization (WHO) hepatitis C certification in November or December after achieving its 2030 target, according to the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW).
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
.@who.int now classifies #hepatitis D as carcinogenic, citing strong links to liver cancer. Countries are urged to boost surveillance, expand testing and treatment, and integrate hepatitis care into primary health services to curb its growing impact.
who.int
WHO urges action on hepatitis, announcing hepatitis D as carcinogenic
As we mark World Hepatitis Day, WHO calls on governments and partners to urgently accelerate efforts to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat and reduce liver cancer deaths.
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
“The elimination of viral #hepatitis has been neglected for too many years. If no other government comes forward to close the funding gap, we will face an alarming increase in transmission." – Finn Jarle Rode, The Hepatitis Fund Executive Director.
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World Hepatitis Alliance @worldhepalliance.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Today is #WorldHepatitisDay! Let's break down all the obstacles hindering the elimination of viral hepatitis. Read our president's address! www.worldhepatitisalliance.org/news/world-h...
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The Hepatitis Fund @hepatitisfund.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
The #hepatitis B vaccine is more than protection from hepatitis; it’s also a powerful tool to prevent liver cancer. Yet millions still don’t have access to it. Let's support global efforts to expand hepatitis B vaccination around the world. ❤️‍🩹 #WorldHepatitisDay
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