22/10/2026
🩺 HEPATITIS B: KNOW IT. TEST FOR IT. PREVENT IT.
Did you know that someone can be living with Hepatitis B without showing any symptoms?
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver. If left undiagnosed and unmanaged, it can lead to serious complications, including liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.
The good news? Hepatitis B is preventable through vaccination, and testing can help you know your status.
💚 HERE ARE 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
✅ Get tested: You cannot determine your Hepatitis B status by appearance alone.
✅ Get vaccinated: The Hepatitis B vaccine provides effective protection against infection.
✅ Protect your family: Pregnant women should get tested to help prevent transmission to their babies.
✅ Avoid sharing sharp objects: Never share razors, needles, or other items that may be contaminated with infected blood.
✅ Stop the stigma: Hepatitis B does not spread through hugging, handshakes, or sharing food. People living with Hepatitis B deserve love, support, and access to healthcare.
🌍 WHY THIS MATTERS
Many people in underserved communities lack access to adequate health information, screening, vaccination, and medical services.
At Phoebe and Partners Support & Awareness Initiative (PPSAI), we believe everyone deserves access to essential health information and preventive healthcare, regardless of their location or financial circumstances.
Together, we can raise awareness, promote early diagnosis, encourage vaccination, and build healthier communities.
📣 OUR CALL TO ACTION
Don't assume. Get tested.
Don't discriminate. Educate.
Don't delay. Protect your liver.
💚 Share this post to help someone learn about Hepatitis B. Your action could make a difference!
Connect with PPSAI:
🌐 Website: www.ppsai.com.ng
📧 Email: [email protected]
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