Hepatitis is a dangerous liver disease which can lead to Liver Cancer and early death. It is an inflammation of the liver which causes Cirrhosis or liver scar. Medical experts have identifies five types of the Hepatitis Virus. These are types A, B, C, D, and E. Each of these typologies of Hepatitis viruses has its own method of transmission and prevention.

Hepatitis B is the most dangerous and common type of the Hepatitis Viruses. Take the following measures to protect yourself from this deadly Virus because prevention is more effective in Hepatitis B than therapy.

SIX METHODS OF PREVENTION OF HEPATITIS B

i. Vaccination:
One good thing about the Hepatitis B Virus is the availability of vaccines for its prevention. There are two major vaccines used in the prevention of this deadly Virus. These are Engerix-B and Recombivax HB. Twinrix is also used for the prevention of the A and B types.
Vaccination is the most effective method to prevent this Virus. HBV vaccines are recommended for newborns, children, adolescents, adults, Health workers, persons who have multiple sex partners, travellers, those living with Hepatitis B patients, and people who use and inject IV drugs. The vaccines provide protection for up to 20 years, and are effective up to 95%.

ii. Avoid unsafe Sex:
Contact with infected blood and other body fluids such as semen, vaginal fluid and Saliva are the primary route through which Hepatitis B Virus is transmitted.
Unprotected sexual contact can put you at great risk of contacting this dangerous Virus. People who have multiple sex partners, men who have sex with men, and sexual partners of infected persons are easily infected by Hepatitis B Virus.

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iii. Avoid Sharing of Sharp Objects or Body Piercing Tools:
Sharing of sharp objects such as syringe, needles, razors, toothbrush and other body piercing tools may get you infected with Hepatitis B. People who use intravenous illicit drugs are at great risks. It is recommended to use sterile sharp objects and desist from sharing any type of sharp body objects, tools and equipment to prevent yourself from contacting Hepatitis B Virus.

iv. Avoid Unscreened Blood Transfusion:
The use of unscreened blood exposes you to the risk of contacting HBV. As stated earlier, contact with infected blood is the Highway to contacting Hepatitis B Virus. If you receive blood during transfusion that contains HBV, you are very likely to develop this deadly Virus. Always use and advocate the use of screened and tested blood for transfusion to prevent the spread of the deadly Hepatitis B.

v. Avoid the Use of Unsterilized Medical and Dental Equipment:
The use of medical or dental intervention equipment and tools without proper sterilization may lead to contacting Hepatitis B. To prevent this deadly occurrence, medical tools must be properly and adequately sterilized before and after use.

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vi. Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission:
Transmission of Hepatitis B Virus from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth and post birth is very common. Women who are exposed to HBV environment should endeavor to take HBV vaccine before pregnancy. Unvaccinated pregnant women should be vaccinated by medical experts.
A new baby should be given HBV vaccine within 12 hours of birth because Hepatitis B Virus are detectable in breast milk and colostrum.
Furthermore, bathing newborn infants with mild medicated soap solutions to remove HBV contaminated blood can minimize the risk of after birth infection.

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