"Give children the gift of health by having them vaccinated against hepatitis B.”
U.S. Representative Jackie Speier (CA-12)
Hepatitis B claims 1 million lives a year, but it is entirely preventable through vaccination.
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There are 370 million people worldwide chronically infected with hepatitis B, the leading cause of liver cancer. The majority of those with chronic infection acquired it from mother-to-child transmission at birth or during early childhood. A million people die of this disease every year, but it is entirely preventable through vaccinations and protective shots given at birth. HepBMoms is a unique online resource for pregnant mothers, perinatal hepatitis B prevention program coordinators, healthcare providers, and anyone who is concerned about hepatitis B. On this site you will find interactive discussion boards, the latest up-to-date information, news about what is being done in your area, downloadable videos and educational materials, and ways you can help.
