Visual reminder for World Hepatitis Day 2025: Learn, Act, and Protect Your Liver — from PuneriPages.in
By Prashant for PuneriPages.in
We all hear about heart disease and cancer, but there’s another quiet killer among us — and it’s sneaky. I’m talking about hepatitis. No dramatic symptoms in the early stages, no urgent alarms — just a slow, invisible assault on the liver. That’s why every year, July 28 is observed as World Hepatitis Day. And this year, I really felt like I had to talk about it.
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What Exactly Is Hepatitis? (Explained in Plain Language)
Hepatitis simply means inflammation of the liver. There are different types: Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Most are caused by viruses. Some spread through contaminated food or water, others through blood or unprotected sex. It can mess with your energy, your digestion, your skin — and in serious cases, even lead to liver cancer.
What’s scary? You might not even know you have it. That’s why it’s called the silent killer.
Here’s Why It Matters — Especially in India
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India has over 40 million people living with chronic hepatitis B and about 6 to 12 million with hepatitis C. That’s huge.
And you know what? A lot of this could’ve been prevented — with a vaccine or just more awareness.
How Can You Protect Yourself and Your Family?
- Get vaccinated. Especially for hepatitis A and B. It’s safe and effective.
- Avoid sharing needles, razors, toothbrushes. These might carry infected blood.
- Practice safe sex. Yes, hepatitis B and C can spread this way too.
- Check your water and food hygiene. This is especially important for hepatitis A and E.
- Get tested if you’re unsure. A simple blood test can help you detect it early.
My Take: Awareness Isn’t Enough — Action Is Everything
I’ve read the stats. I’ve seen people suffer silently. But what really hit me was how preventable so much of this is. If you’re reading this, you already care more than most people. Use that. Share this with your family. Talk to your doctor. Ask questions.
Because hepatitis isn’t something that only happens to “other people.” It’s around us. And we can absolutely do something about it.
This World Hepatitis Day, don’t just scroll. Act.
Get yourself and your loved ones checked. Because prevention starts with a conversation. And maybe this post is your sign to start one today.
— Shared by someone who believes health should be simple, local, and loud.
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