To raise awareness of viral hepatitis, an inflammatory liver disease that causes severe liver disease and hepatocellular carcinoma. This year it is held under the slogan "The fight against hepatitis cannot be postponed."

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According to the WHO, the most common types of hepatitis B and C kill 1.1 million people annually and affect 3.0 million new patients.
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Infection with viral hepatitis occurs in various ways. Hepatitis A and E viruses are transmitted primarily through contaminated water, food and dirty hands. The transmission of hepatitis B, C and D viruses is carried out through the blood (with the injection of drugs, the use of non-sterile instruments when applying tattoos, piercing, cosmetic, manicure, pedicure and other procedures related to the violation of the integrity of the skin and mucous membranes), as well as from an infected mother to her baby during childbirth.
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⚜ Tips on how to protect yourself from hepatitis:
💉 GET A VACCINATION AGAINST HEPATITIS A, B
🚿 follow the rules of personal hygiene (use only your toothbrush, comb, washcloth)
♥ Use a condom if you have casual sex
🩺 monitor the sterility of the medical instruments used.
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⚠️ By following these recommendations, you can prevent the spread of hepatitis among your loved ones.
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Take care of yourself and be healthy!