World Hepatitis Day
HEP CAN’T WAIT
Every year, Queensland lives are lost to hepatitis, and many of these could have been prevented.
Vaccination and treatment is available for hepatitis B. There is a simple and effective cure for hepatitis C.
It’s time to get tested. Don’t let hepatitis go unnoticed.
Over 63,000 Queenslanders have hepatitis B or C
Most people with hepatitis don’t feel sick
Hepatitis tests are not part of regular blood tests
World Hepatitis Day Local Grants
The Hepatitis Queensland Local Grants program supports organisations during World Hepatitis Day to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and liver disease.
Applications are now open to secure funding to support your World Hepatitis Day activities. Grants can be used for wide range of ideas including morning teas, purchasing health packs, creating resources, advertising or even making a digital animation.
CHECK YOUR LIVER
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Understanding hepatitis
I want to know more about:
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a virus that can damage your liver, and if left unchecked can cause chronic liver disease and liver cancer.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is commonly transmitted through blood-to-blood contact such as injecting drug use, unsterile tattooing and body piercing.
Liver disease
There are over 100 types of liver disease ranging from mild damage to severe scarring and failure.
