Africa's 'silent epidemic': More than 90 million people have hepatitis - WHO sounds alarm - News24

Although a nearly 100% effective vaccine is readily available, hepatitis B and C are still regarded as Africa's "silent pandemic", with more than 90 million people on the continent suffering from hepatitis.

• Hepatitis B and C cause liver cirrhosis and cancer and has been described as Africa's "silent pandemic".
• There are around 90 million detected cases in Africa despite a near 100% effec… [+3529 chars]
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