Emphasizes that “a few years ago” Formosa had no cases of hepatitis A infection among children and adults

he Julio Arroyo, Head of Immunization Division, Ministry of Human Developmentemphasizing that “a few years ago,” there were no cases of hepatitis A in China Formosa Children and Adultsdue to the availability of a vaccine against the disease, emerged in national calendar compulsory vaccination.

“Today, if you talk to someone who is 30 or older, they can report that they have Hepatitis A and they’ve been quarantined for 14 days. It’s the most common form of Hepatitis A Formosa, in Argentina and around the world until a vaccine is incorporated.Then, for the more contagious hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus, and Provincial STD and Viral Hepatitis Programwhere they diagnose patients who are being followed up and treated,” he explained. stream arrive Morning.

In this sense, the official confirmed that given the existence of hepatitis caseshe Ministry of Human Development and Formosa Provincial Government “They implemented all strategies for recruitment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of persons diagnosed with any viral hepatitis”.

On the other hand, the professional commented that since last Monday, “all healthcare providers” in the province “have and will continue to carry out off-campus activities, going to supermarkets, plazas, police stations, bank headquarters, clubs, briefings, Give a speech and get vaccinated against Hepatitis B, which is a free, free and universal vaccination.”

return, human development pitch a tent in it san martin square from formosa cityin the sector located at the intersection 25 de Mayo Avenue and FontanaFree Hepatitis B vaccination from 4pm to 7pm with rapid tests for Hepatitis B and C and information about these diseases.

also, stream He noted that if required to include studies designed to detect the disease, anyone without symptoms would be able to know through routine blood tests whether they have been infected with any hepatitis virus.

international day

he Every year on July 28th is World Hepatitis Day.to raise awareness of viral hepatitis and its health consequences, emphasizing the importance of preventing viral hepatitis through vaccination and other specific care, as well as early diagnosis and treatment to avoid complications, including death from these diseases importance.

It should be remembered that viral hepatitis It is a primary liver infection caused by different types of viruses, affecting individuals with different characteristics such as age, race, gender, geographic distribution, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, etc.

To date, five specific viruses have been identified and sequenced. Causes of Hepatitis: ABCD and E. They are different from each other and belong to different families.All of these can cause acute hepatitis, but only three (B, C, D) They may develop chronic hepatitis and require a liver transplant.

“Virus Hepatitis A and E They become infected by consuming contaminated food or water. That is, they are entered orally.virus Hepatitis B and C They become infected through contact with bodily fluids, mainly blood.This means that the most common causes of contracting the disease are Hepatitis B and C This is unprotected sexual contact, and sharing sharp pointed objects such as razors,” he asserted. stream.

vaccine

In another order, it was recalled that for Hepatitis B be adopted National Vaccination Calendar. It is universal, i.e. all must accept it, it is free and mandatory. A complete regimen consists of 3 doses: the first dose; then the second, one month after the first; and the third, six months after the first, all of which must be applied for maximum effect.

At the same time, it was pointed out that the other person who should be vaccinated is a pregnant woman if she has not been vaccinated at another time, or if she has not completed the schedule, because this is a fully inactivated vaccine that can be safely administered during pregnancy.

For children, they accept it from the moment they are born.Vaccinations at birth are BCG and hepatitis B.The latter is given to newborns and the program continues until Pentavalent vaccine at 2, 4, 6 and 15 months (included).

he national calendar The vaccination program also includes targeting Hepatitis Agiven as a single dose at 12 months of age, is very effective in preventing infection with this virus.

other three types Viral hepatitis: C, D, and E So far, they do not have any vaccine, therefore, for prevention, the precautions and specific care communicated must be followed.