The only nonprofit solely dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life for those affected by hepatitis B.
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"A critical win for public health safety and global medical ethics." @BBC Newshour segment, Dr. Chari Cohen breaks down halting the controversial hepatitis B birth dose study in Guinea-Bissau.
🎧Listen to the full discussion starting at 30:50 👉🏽 bbc.com/audio/play/w1730bn8g…
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📰 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
Happy Halloween from the Hepatitis B Foundation! We hope you enjoy going trick or treating today. Say BOO👻 to #hepB and carve 🎃 out some time to get the #hepatitisB vaccine.
#GetVaxed4HepB
Paul shares his journey with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), including delayed treatment due to COVID-19 and life-changing liver surgery. He highlights the power of patient advocacy in regaining control after cancer. 🦠
🎥 Watch his story: hepbstories.org/hcc-videos/p…
📈 Liver cancer rates in the U.S. have tripled since 1980, and deaths have more than doubled.
💛 Let's work together to raise awareness, expand access and save lives.
Learn more: hepb.org
🎙️New B Heppy #PODCAST
Dr. Amit Singal, chief of hepatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Dr. Mark Yarchoan, associate professor of oncology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, discuss BEACON-HCC and liver cancer treatment.
👂Listen Here: buzzsprout.com/1729790/episo…
#NEWS | Less than 50% of adults in the U.S.—even those in some high-risk groups—show evidence of immunity against hepatitis A and B due to prior infection or vaccines, showing that vaccination efforts are falling short [-JAMA Internal Medicine].
Read more: hepmag.com/article/half-adul…
🏃The Hepatitis B Foundation is honored to be an Official Charity Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon on Nov. 2! 🎉
They're running to raise awareness and funds in the fight against hepatitis B.
💌 Support the #Run4HepB team & donate today: fundraisers.nyrr.org/teams/h…
Emma shares her journey as a caregiver for her husband, Paul, after his unexpected liver cancer diagnosis. She reflects on their challenges and the hope brought by Paul's liver regeneration. 🪞
🎥 Watch Emma’s story: hepbstories.org/hcc-videos/e…
The @HepBFoundation & The African Hepatitis B Advocacy Coalition oppose the U.S. @CDCgov plan to support a study of the #HepB birth dose in Guinea-Bissau
We've drafted a letter to @AfricaCDC asking them to stop the study.
Sign👉 forms.gle/5VXnEieAwdjaArC27
👉abachepb.org/abac-news-and-u…
The @HepBFoundation & The African Hepatitis B Advocacy Coalition oppose the U.S. @CDCgov plan to support a study of the #HepB birth dose in Guinea-Bissau
We've drafted a letter to @AfricaCDC asking them to stop the study.
Sign👉 forms.gle/5VXnEieAwdjaArC27
👉abachepb.org/abac-news-and-u…
#NEWS | Only 60% of liver transplant recipients are vaccinated against hepatitis B (HBV), putting them at risk for serious complications, according to a study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases.
Read more: hepmag.com/article/4-10-live…
#HepB #HepatitisB #PulicHealth #Vaccine