NOhep: the global movement to eliminate viral hepatitis
As part of celebrations to mark World Hepatitis Day, the World Hepatitis Alliance, along with a large coalition of civil society organisations, is launching 'NOhep', the global movement to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030.
NOhep aims to unite those working in the field of hepatitis with others from across the health sector with the aim of raising awareness for viral hepatitis and building the momentum needed for governments to take action. NOhep is calling on individuals and organisations across the world to sign-up to be part of the next greatest achievement, the elimination of viral hepatitis.
The International Cancer Control Partnership (ICCP) supports this campaign. Addressing viral hepatitis will be crucial to reducing the global burden of cancer, and the movement underscores the importance of integrating cancer control measures across national health plans. Please check all ICCP resources on universal coverage of HPV and HBV vaccination http://www.iccp-portal.org/vaccines
Each year, more than 782,000 people die from liver cancer making it the sixth leading cancer among men and women globally. 78% of these cases are caused by viral hepatitis infections and, given the available vaccination and treatment options, the majority of these deaths are preventable. However, individuals need to be aware of their infection and have access to the appropriate treatment for this to be achieved.
All materials from http://worldhepatitisday.org/en/campaign-materials