World Hepatitis Day: 28 July, 2026
Authors: Sharon Namasambi1*, Pauline Achom1, Martha Dorcus Nalweyiso1, Patrick Pithua1 Institutional affiliation: 1Uganda Public Health Fellowship Program, Uganda National Institute of Public Health, Kampala, Uganda *Correspondence: Email: nabsharon@uniph.go.ug; Tel: +256772511067
Viral hepatitis, particularly hepatitis B and C, can lead to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer if left um-diagnosed and untreated.
This year, the global community will commemorate the world hepatitis day on 28th July to raise awareness about viral hepatitis as a major public health concern affecting millions of people globally.
This year’s focus emphasizes accelerating efforts towards hepatitis elimination through increased vaccination coverage, expanded access to testing and treatment services, strengthened surveillance systems, and public awareness on prevention and early detection.
The commemoration reinforces global commitments towards achieving hepatitis elimination targets by 2030. Individuals are encouraged to seek hepatitis testing and vaccination where appropriate, while governments and health partners should strengthen hepatitis prevention, screening, treatment, and awareness programs to reduce hepatitis-related illness and deaths.
