It is better to 'B in the know' about hepatitis B : Stuart Loveday, CEO, Hepatitis NSW

Stuart Loveday, CEO, Hepatitis NSW

Stuart Loveday, CEO, Hepatitis NSW Source: Stuart Loveday

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NSW Hepatitis awareness week was observed from July 25 to July 31. Hepatitis NSW along with Hep B Free are campaigning to promote the 'B in the know' message around hepatitis B.


It is believed that an estimated 44% of people living with chronic hepatitis B in Australia are unaware of their status. Without diagnosis, monitoring and, if appropriate, treatment, hepatitis B can cause early death. In 2014 alone 395 deaths were attributed to hep B nationally.

 

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