Who, What, Where, When and How?

Who organises World Hepatitis Day?

World Hepatitis Day is coordinated by the World Hepatitis Alliance, a non-governmental organisation that represents hepatitis B and hepatitis C patient groups from around the world.

Why is it important?

Shockingly one in 12 people worldwide is living with either chronic hepatitis B or C. While this is far higher than the prevalence of HIV or any cancer, awareness is inexplicably low and the majority of those infected are unaware.

The World Hepatitis Alliance hopes that World Hepatitis Day will prompt people to think about the huge scale of viral hepatitis infection globally, about whether they may be at risk (and if so, to get tested) and also about how to avoid becoming infected. The long-term objective of the campaign is to prevent new infections and to deliver real improvements in health outcomes for people living with hepatitis B and C. 

Where does World Hepatitis Day take place?

Everywhere. 

When is World Hepatitis Day?

Following the World Health Assembly in May 2010, it was agreed that World Hepatitis Day would be recognised annually on 28 July.

World Hepatitis Day previously took place on 19 May. The event was launched in 2008.

How you can get involved in World Hepatitis Day?

World Hepatitis Day is a campaign coordinated by patients, for patients and if you would like to know more about the campaign and how to get involved or have any questions please contact the World Hepatitis Alliance.