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  • Rachel Wen-Juei Jeng, MD

    Rachel Wen-Juei Jeng, MD, PhDProfessor, Chang Gung Memorial Hospita, Linkou branch, TaiwanDeputy director, Clinical Trial Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou branch, Taiwan Dr. Rachel Jeng received her M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from the National Yang-Ming University College of Medicine. Dr. Jeng is a physician scientist in Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou main branch, Taiwan whose  research interests mainly focus on hepatitis B natural history and treatment, particularly finite strategy and the improvement of treatment efficacy. She is also dedicated in novel antiviral agents clinical trials for chronic hepatitis B. She is also involved in translational studies and aims to investigate the interaction between HBV and host immunity to understand the possible mechanism underneath the clinical presentation. Read the journal picks of the month from our Emerging Scholars Scientific and Medical Advisory Board here.  

    https://www.hepb.org/news-and-events/reports/emerging-scholars-scientific-and-medical-advisors/rachel-wen-juei-jeng-md/
  • Adama's Story

    After suspecting something was wrong for a while, Adama’s mother passed away without a diagnosis or treatment. It wasn’t until 10 years later, when Adama tested positive for hepatitis B and experienced the same symptoms, that he realized his mom had suffered from the same virus. Adama is now managing his hepatitis B and receiving treatment but is concerned about the low awareness of hepatitis B in his community. Adama's story is available in English, French, and Mandingo.   English French Mandingo

    https://www.hepb.org/research-and-programs/patient-story-telling-project/adamas-story/
  • Hep B Discrimination - Part Deux

    … birth, while effective, is not guaranteed to protect against infection. Get tested. Health students: If you know of someone who has been denied enrollment based on HBV infection or experienced other types of discrimination in any kind of arena (childcare, employment, etc.), get in contact with hep B advocates. They can connect you to private or pro bono attorneys that will help you file a complaint with the DOJ. This can be confidential (name not public) and doesn’t even have to be filed by the individual. Nadine Shiroma, a community civil rights advocate, gave me most of the information I used to write this blog post. Joan Block, co-founder and executive director of the Hepatitis B Foundation, is another key resource. School administrators: Protect your institution by implementing clear policies regarding HBV that are compliant with the ADA, and consistent with CDC recommendations for that matter. Help prospective students by making these policies public. Student leaders: If you’re in APAMSA, serve on school policy committees, you can push your schools to make public and make clear their policies regarding hepatitis B infected students and staff involved in health care.

    http://www.hepb.org/blog/hep-b-discrimination-part-deux/
  • Liver Cancer Webinar Series: What You Need to Know

    Missed the webinar? Download the March 6th Webinar and listen to Hepatitis B and Liver Cancer: What You Need to Know, by Dr. Robert Gish.  Due to an overwhelming response, continued registration for  this Wednesday's webinar with Dr. Gish is closed. Stay tuned as the webinar will be recorded in it's entirety, and will be made available. Stay tuned for details!  Did you know? Liver cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths and the seventh most common cancer worldwide. But the major causes of liver cancer— such as chronic hepatitis B or hepatitis C, and cirrhosis— are largely preventable. And treatments for liver cancer are available. Learn more about liver cancer Join The Hepatitis B Foundation’s webinar series to learn about the risk factors for liver cancer and the importance of liver cancer screening and surveillance. The expert presenters will describe currently available treatment options and clinical trials. The first webinar of the series will be Liver Cancer and Hepatitis B: What You Need to Know, presented by Robert G. Gish, MD, an internationally renowned liver diseases expert. Dr. Gish is a Clinical Professor of Medicine, Section Chief of Hepatology, and Co-Director of the Center for Hepatobiliary Disease and Abdominal Transplantation at the University of California, San Diego Health Systems. Dr. Gish has an active research program in viral hepatitis and has published more than 600 original articles, abstracts, and book chapters, and more than 120 peer-reviewed publications. Liver Cancer and Hepatitis B: What You Need to Know webinar details: Presented by:Dr. Robert G. Gish Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2013 Time: 12 noon EST; 9 am PST Click here to register For additional accurate, easy-to-understand information on liver cancer, visit the Hepatitis B Foundation’s new, dedicated website, www.LiverCancerConnect.org.  

    http://www.hepb.org/blog/liver-cancer-webinar-series-what-you-need-to-know/
  • #justB Discussion Guide

    Our #justB stories were created by and for people living with and affected by hepatitis B. The Hepatitis B Foundation and StoryCenter are sharing them to provide information and raise awareness about hepatitis B issues in the United States and globally. We invite you to share the stories as an educational tool and to promote discussion.  Please download our Discussion Guide to help you as you lead discussions on our videos. Enter your contact information on the form to this site in order to receive our guide. We ask that you refrain from screening or selling stories for commercial gain. Please also be sure to acknowledge the Hepatitis B Foundation and StoryCenter as the producers of these materials.  Thank you for your interest in our #justB Discussion Guide! Check your email for a link to the guide.  Thank you for requesting our #justB Discussion Guide. Click here to access the guide. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@hepb.org.   

    https://www.hepb.org/research-and-programs/patient-story-telling-project/justb-discussion-guide/
  • MD's Story

    MD grew up in Vietnam and learned at age 12 that she has chronic hepatitis B. She kept this information to herself until she came to the United States to attend college. After attending a student conference, she wondered why people with various health conditions keep them secret. She decided eventually to tell her roommates, and is gradually coming forward to speak about living with the virus. MD's story is available in English and Vietnamese.   English   Vietnamese

    https://www.hepb.org/research-and-programs/patient-story-telling-project/mds-story/
  • Living with HBV and Dealing with “Itchy” Skin

    The previous Hepbtalk blog discussed skin manifestations associated with hepatitis B and liver disease. This is a follow-up with some suggestions on dealing with rashes and pruritus (itchy) skin. Unfortunately, I have experience with this. Most people living with HBV have episodes with rashes that itch, or with an itch without the rash. Rashes can be caused by all kinds of things, but the skin truly does let us know when there is something going on with our body. We may not be able to eliminate the itch, but we can work on providing the body with a little relief, and to be sure we do not do anything to make the persistent itching worse. First, consider the root of the problem. It is possible that your rash and itching are unrelated to the current status of your HBV infection.  Unless you have serious liver disease, this might be difficult to pin down since many living with chronic HBV have compensated livers that perform all of the necessary liver functions required for life.  That does not mean you aren’t going crazy with itchy skin, but it is important to look at other factors that may be contributing to your pruritus. Are you currently being treated with IFN or PEG for your HBV? Have you recently started a new medication? Do you have allergies, seasonal, food or otherwise? Do you have other symptoms that might relate to another virus or infection? Have you recently switched laundry detergents or rinses? Have you recently switched any of your personal care items – shampoo, soap, creams, deodorant, etc. Try to determine if there is a pattern associated with your skin problems.  Any of the above can cause rashes or pruritus without the added complication of HBV or advanced liver disease from HBV. I was convinced that HBV was the root of all skin problems, but I was wrong. That's why it's good to look at other possible sources so you can at least eliminate the things you have control over. Here are some simple things you can do to help reduce the degree of

    http://www.hepb.org/blog/living-with-hbv-and-dealing-with-itchy-skin/
  • U.S. Vaccine Laws and Resources

    State HBV Vaccine Laws and Resources States all across the country are establishing hepatitis A and B vaccine requirements for entry into daycare, elementary and middle schools to help stop this silent infection. For a list of each state's hepatitis B vaccine laws, visit Hepatitis B Prevention Mandates, which is regularly updated by the Immunization Action Coalition as new laws are passed. For a list of each state's hepatitis A vaccine laws, visit Hepatitis A Prevention Mandates, which is also regularly updated by the Immunization Action Coalition. Other Vaccine Resources Where to Get Vaccinated in the U.S. https://www.vaccines.gov/getting/where/index.html (Currently this link is dedicated to the COVID-19 vaccine.)  State and Local ResourcesYou can always call your state/local health department to find out how much the vaccine costs and ask about any additional resources. The CDC's list of state and territorial health departments is here.  CDC Immunization Hotline 800-CDC-INFO(800-232-4636)TTY (888) 232-6348 Contact CDC-INFO Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) Federally Qualified Health Centers are community-based health care providers that receive funds from the HRSA Health Center Program to provide primary care services in underserved areas. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - Vaccine Education Center Accurate, easy-to-understand vaccine information from the nation's leading pediatric hospital.  Information about vaccines, vaccine safety, and parent concerns is provided. Immunization Action Coalition Useful information about vaccines, recommendations, state laws, and educational materials. "IAC Express" is a free weekly email newsletter. MEDLINEplus Health Information A goldmine of reliable health information from the world's largest medical library of medicine, the National Library of Medicine. This database is maintained in collaboration with the NIH. PATH’s Vaccine Resource Library Gathers the world’s best immunization resources - including HBV - in a single, easy-to-use website with a wide variety of high-quality, scientifically accurate documents and links. Vaccines for Children Program (VFC) The VFC is a federal program that buys vaccines for children who meet certain requirements. Doctors can obtain vaccines for their patients who qualify by joining the VFC program in their state. There is no charge to doctors or patients for these vaccines.  Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting (VAERS) Information about how to report a vaccine adverse event. VAERS is a cooperative program for vaccine safety between the CDC and the FDA to collect information about adverse events (possible side effects) that occur after the administration of U.S. licensed vaccines. Vaccine Information for the Public and Health Professionals Comprehensive immunization information for parents, patients, and the media, including links to photographs and video clips.  WHO Position Paper on Hepatitis B Vaccines  WHO: Guidelines for the Prevention, Care and Treatment of persons with Chronic Hepatitis B infection (section 10.1, pg. 87-89) WHO List of Prequalified Vaccines    Pentavalent Vaccine: Guide for Healthcare Workers 

    https://www.hepb.org/prevention-and-diagnosis/vaccination/u-s-vaccine-laws-and-resources/
  • B A Hero Flash Mob Event!

    Participants Perform a B A Hero Chant What a pleasure and inspiration is was to participate in Hep B Free Philadelphia’s “B A Hero Flash Mob” event at City Hall, this week, in Philadelphia. It was great to experience the energy of the event through the many students and participants. The group gathered at 11:30 to listen to brief messages from former Philadelphia Health commissioner Dr. Walter Tsou; current Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Donald Schwarz; along with Professor Raymond Lum, Drexel University School of Public Health; Chari Cohen, MPH, Associate Director of Public Health of the Hepatitis B Foundation, and Dr. Timothy Block, Volunteer President, Hepatitis B Foundation, and Professor, Drexel University College of Medicine, who addressed the group.  This was a great forum to raise awareness of Hepatitis B, and urge the public to be screened and vaccinated. As the clock-ticked down to the final minutes, the sun beamed and particpants waited in anticipation to reveal their "secret" to the world. Richard Liu, MPH, rallied the crowd…. "Everyone has a secret. Someone you know has Hepatitis B. You can fight hepatitis B and liver cancer. Reveal your secret. B A Hero!" The bull-horn blew at noon, and the crowd stripped off their jackets and cover-ups, revealing their blue T-shirts emblazoned with a superman-like emblem with a big, red "B" in the shield, all the while chanting:  "B A Hero!  Get Screened!  Get Vaccinated!" B A Hero! The crowd was charged with energy.  The chanting continued.  Some ran about with their B A Hero T-shirts, and red capes.  One group of elderly adults quietly displayed their support, wearing their T-shirts.  Guest speakers were interviewed.  One group of students performed an educational, "Hep B Rap".    The message was clear.  Hepatitis B is a serious problem, and the public needs to be screened for hepatitis B.  There are effective drugs for those identified, and may be in need of treatment. 

    http://www.hepb.org/blog/b-a-hero-flash-mob-event/
  • Join The Hepatitis B Foundation for Our 20th Anniversary Crystal Ball!

    The Hepatitis B Foundation is celebrating 20 years as the global authority dedicated to eradicating Hepatitis B.  Please join us for an evening of fine dining and entertainment! Date: Friday May 13th, 2011 Time:  Cocktails 7:00 pm Dinner:  8:00 pm Place:  PineCrest Country Club in Landsdale, PA Dress:  Business or Cocktail Attire Tickets:  $175 per person or $300 per couple This is the Hepatitis B Foundation’s signature fund raising event, so we hope you will join us in an elegant evening of celebration, fine dining, and dancing to the sounds of Courtney Colletti Music! Both a silent and live auction will add to the festivities. If you are unable to attend the evening, but would like an opportunity to participate in a raffle to benefit the Hepatitis B Foundation, and WIN a six days/nights vacation to exotic Costa Rica, you may purchase a ticket.  The winning ticket will be drawn May 13th, but the winner need NOT be present to claim the prize!  Click here for more information! For additional details and tickets, please call Ms. Peggy Farley at 215-589-6328 or email Peggy.Farley@hepb.org We hope to see you there!

    http://www.hepb.org/blog/join-the-hepatitis-b-foundation-for-our-20th-anniversary-crystal-ball/