World Hepatitis Day 2026: Raising Awareness, Encouraging Testing, and Ending Stigma
World Hepatitis Day is a reminder that awareness, testing, and early treatment can help prevent serious liver disease and improve lives. Learn how you can take action to protect yourself and support efforts to reduce the impact of hepatitis worldwide.
Every year on July 28, World Hepatitis Day brings attention to the millions of people around the world living with hepatitis and highlights the importance of awareness, prevention, testing, and access to care.
Hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver and can be caused by several different viruses, including hepatitis A, B, and C. While some people may experience symptoms, many individuals living with hepatitis do not know they are infected. Without diagnosis and appropriate care, certain types of viral hepatitis can lead to serious health complications, including liver damage and liver disease.
This year’s World Hepatitis Day is an opportunity to remind our communities that knowledge and early action can make a meaningful difference. Getting tested, understanding your risk, and connecting with healthcare providers are important steps toward prevention and treatment.
What You Can Do
Everyone has a role to play in raising awareness and reducing the impact of hepatitis:
Get tested and know your status
Testing is an important first step in identifying hepatitis infections and connecting individuals with appropriate care.
Practice safe hygiene and lifestyle habits
Taking steps to reduce exposure risks and maintain healthy habits can help protect your liver and overall well-being.
Seek medical advice if you’re at risk
If you may have been exposed to hepatitis or have risk factors, talking with a healthcare professional can help determine the next steps.
Spread awareness and share this message
Sharing accurate information helps reduce stigma, encourages conversations, and reminds others that testing and treatment are available.
Ending Hepatitis Through Awareness and Care
Every conversation, every test, and every effort to share information brings us closer to a future where hepatitis is prevented, diagnosed earlier, and effectively treated.
At Midway Specialty Care Center, our team is committed to providing compassionate, knowledgeable care for individuals affected by hepatitis and supporting education, prevention, and access to treatment.
If you have questions about hepatitis testing, prevention, or care options, our team is here to help.
Contact any of our locations to learn more about our services or schedule an appointment.