10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Viral hepatitis, characterized by inflammation of the liver, is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with hepatitis B and C viruses accounting for the majority of cases. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) are bloodborne pathogens transmitted through percutaneous or mucosal exposure to infected blood or bodily fluids. While acute hepatitis infections may resolve spontaneously, chronic hepatitis B and C infections can lead to long-term liver damage, including fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. The burden of viral hepatitis varies geographically, with certain regions experiencing higher prevalence rates due to factors such as inadequate healthcare infrastructure, limited access to diagnostics and treatment, and high rates of injection drug use. To address the global impact of viral hepatitis, comprehensive strategies are needed, including increased access to vaccination, improved blood safety measures, enhanced screening and diagnosis, and expanded access to affordable antiviral therapies. Additionally, raising awareness about viral hepatitis prevention and treatment, reducing stigma, and promoting harm reduction initiatives are crucial components of efforts to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat.
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Title : Molecular crosstalk between the host and pathogen in Streptococcus pyogenes virulence
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Title : The impact of expanded adolescent vaccination against Omicron waves depends on the epidemic status: A mathematical modelling study
Anna Fairweather, University of Oxford, United Kingdom
Title : Comprehensive HIV care through integrated STI and primary care services at the LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada
Darya V Fridman, The Southern Nevada LGBTQ+ Center, United States
Title : Host brakes on viral inflammation
Saurabh Chattopadhyay, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
Title : Meeting the needs of adults aged 50+ with HIV through the new opening of a primary care clinic at the LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada
Darya V Fridman, The Southern Nevada LGBTQ+ Center, United States
Title : Common infections in cancer patients – narrative review and clinical pearls
Patricia Tai, University of Saskatchewan, Canada