VFAHT

Community Health Camp

Hepatitis B and C Screening and Vaccination Camp

September 07, 2022
Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan
September 07, 2022
Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan

Overview

Hepatitis is a common liver disease that is responsible for mortality as well as morbidity. An estimated 354 million people worldwide live with hepatitis B or C, and for most, testing and treatment remain beyond reach. To aid in tackling the burden of viral hepatitis, IPAC Foundation in collaboration with VFAHT- Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, Hepatitis& Infection Control Program, Punjab, organized a Hepatitis B & C Screening and Vaccination Camp at the Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan, on September 07, 2022. Along with screening and vaccination, this activity also addressed the general concerns regarding this disease and aimed to raise awareness about the gravity of hepatitis spread and preventive measures. The team showed full adherence to COVID-19 SOPs during the camp.

Results

Table 01: Hepatitis B & C Screening

Screening Test Method HBV and HCV RDTs (Rapid Diagnostic Testing Kits)
Population Age Range (Years) 18-59

 

Total Males Females
No. of Population Screened 149 83(55.70%) 66(44.29%)
HBsAg +ve 0
Anti-HCV +ve 2(1.34%) 1(1.20%) 1(1.51%)

 

Table 02: Hepatitis B Vaccination

Total Eligible Population Covered HbsAg

-ve

HBV PCR

-ve

1st Dose
(06.09.2022)
149 149 149(100%)

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