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Health Minister Addresses Silent Epidemic of Viral Hepatitis, Aiming for Elimination by 2030

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Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides described viral hepatitis as a “silent epidemic” during a press conference.
He emphasized the importance of prevention, vaccination, and early diagnosis to combat the disease.
Minister Charalambides highlighted the need to address the social stigma associated with hepatitis.
Cyprus aims to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat by the year 2030.
The remarks were made in conjunction with World Hepatitis Day.

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Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides described viral hepatitis as a "silent epidemic" during a press conference on July 17, highlighting the persistently high rates of infection and the potential for severe liver damage before symptoms manifest. He underscored the significance of testing, vaccination, and early diagnosis in addressing this public health challenge.

Charalambides emphasized the need to combat the social stigma associated with the disease and called for increased awareness and prevention efforts. The minister stated that the goal is to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat by the year 2030, aligning initiatives with global health objectives. The remarks were made in conjunction with World Hepatitis Day, further underlining the urgency of the issue.

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