Hepatitis B Foundation

It’s World Diabetes Day… a great time to think about precautions for people with #diabetes to avoid getting #hepatitisB. Be sure to get tested, get vaccinated and never share your diabetes care equipment. 🚫 👉 Read the full article here: hepb.org/blog/hepatitis-b-pr… #diabeties

🎉Major update for the hepatitis community! The @AASLDtweets announced new guidelines recommending universal #hepatitisD testing for everyone living with #hepatitisB. ✔️Fewer missed diagnoses ✔️Earlier detection ✔️Faster access to care 🔗 hepb.org/research-and-progra… #HepatitisDelta

#NEWS 📰 A proposed CDC guidance shift could lead to a massive surge in chronic childhood hepatitis B cases. Read the full @LiveScience breakdown on how changing infant vaccination schedules might impact millions of young adults here: livescience.com/health/virus…

Happy World Kindness Day! Join the movement and help strengthen the #hepB community by becoming an advocate. 🤝 @HepBUnited is a coalition that exists to address and eliminate #hepatitisB. Learn more here 👇 hepbunited.org/ #WorldKindnessDay #kindness #HepBUnited

#NEWS 📰 A new systematic review published in @BMC_series reveals that displaced populations face a disproportionately high global #HepB prevalence of 3.86%, underscoring an urgent need to prioritize hepatitis control in public health. 🌍📉 Read more: ow.ly/MKTU5105P1b

#PCORI2026 Annual Meeting 🤝 The Hepatitis B Foundation presented a poster on the National Hepatitis B Consortium, connecting with peers and strengthening partnerships to advance patient-centered outcomes research. 🌎💙 #HepatitisB #PatientCenteredResearch #HealthEquity

This Veterans Day, we honor our heroes by encouraging them to prioritize their health. Veterans, especially those who may have been exposed to blood during their service, are at a higher risk for hepatitis B. 🇺🇸 Thank you for your service—your health matters! 💛

#NEWS 📰 "From Vaccination to Developing Cures: The Path to Hepatitis B Elimination." Featuring Dr. Su Wang, this timely update highlights major medical advancements and community education efforts in the fight against hepatitis B! 🩺📉 👉Read more: rwjbh.org/blog/2026/october/…

If you have hepatitis B, it is important to avoid infection with other viruses including hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E. Good news, there's a #hepatitisA vaccine, which is recommended for those living with #HBV. 🔗 hepb.org/what-is-hepatitis-b…

#NEWS 📰 @GSK received US @FDA approval for Hibsago (bepirovirsen) as a breakthrough treatment for chronic hepatitis B! Offering a potential functional cure after a 6-month course with self-administration options. Major milestone! 🔗@Pharmabiznews pharmabiz.com/NewsDetails.as…

Happy Diabetes Awareness Month! 🎗️ November is American Diabetes Awareness Month! Understanding the connection between diabetes and #hepatitisB is crucial for improving outcomes in patients with chronic hep B. 👉 hepb.org/blog/living-hepatit… #AmericanDiabetesAwarenessMonth

In 2014, a routine company check-up changed Hilario’s life: he learned he had #hepatitisB 💛 His message: seek support, practice gratitude, and live fully without fear. You are not defined by your diagnosis. 💪 👉 hepbstories.org/b-the-voice/… #justB #BreakTheStigma

#NEWS | Protecting our communities starts at birth Universal #hepatitisB vaccination remains our strongest shield against chronic infection and #LiverCancer, serving as a critical safety net for #newborns, children and adults alike. Read more: healio.com/news/primary-care… #HBV

#NEWS | #Hibsago (bepirovirsen) approved in #Canada as the 1st and only finite therapy indicated to achieve functional cure of #HBV [@GSK] 👏Hibsago was reviewed reflecting its potential to address a disease with high unmet medical need. 🔗 ca.gsk.com/en-ca/media/press…

#NEWS📰 Hepatitis B study on newborns abroad is now canceled. "Now is an opportunity for Congress, the @CDCgov, health care providers, & community leaders to work together to strengthen public understanding of #HBV..." -Michaela Jackson, @HepBFoundation 🔗 bostonsunday.com/2026/10/26/…

Q: If I have chronic hepatitis B infection, can I hug my children, partner or friend? A: Yes, you can and should hug your loved ones! Hepatitis B is not spread casually, and it cannot be spread through hugging. 📖 hepb.org/what-is-hepatitis-b… #HepatitisB

On National Stress Awareness Day, take some time to relieve stress and prioritize your mental and physical health. 🧘 If you’re struggling with depression and hep B, you are not alone! 💙 👉 Read more here: hepb.org/blog/struggling-dep… #NationalStressAwarenessDay #HepatitisB

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and support family caregivers. Let’s honor caregivers this November! 🏅 🔗 Check out this Blog for caregiver resources: hepb.org/blog/caregivers-hep… #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #Caregivers

🏃The Hepatitis B Foundation is honored to be an Official Charity Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon on Nov. 1! 🎉 They're running to raise awareness and funds in the fight against #hepatitisB. Support the #Run4HepB team & donate today: fundraisers.nyrr.org/teams/h…

TODAY our #Run4HepB team is running in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon! 🏃💛 There's still time to cheer them on with a donation! 💌 Support the #Run4HepB team: fundraisers.nyrr.org/teams/h… #NYCMarathon #RunForACause #HepatitisB #LiverCancer #PublicHealth