Hepatitis B
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From smallpox to polio: Diseases Gen Z has grown up without, thanks to vaccines
Health | Apr 30, 2026, 11:06 AM ISTMany diseases that once affected millions are now rarely seen, thanks to vaccines. From smallpox to polio, immunisation has reshaped public health. Here’s a look at illnesses Gen Z has largely grown up without.
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Protecting newborns: Doctor explains why timely Hepatitis B vaccination is crucial
Health | Jun 13, 2025, 11:26 AM ISTThere is a lack of awareness of hepatitis B vaccination among newborns. Thus, it is important to know what it is and why timely hepatitis vaccination is important.
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World Hepatitis Day 2023: Know the difference between Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E
Health | Jul 27, 2023, 12:58 PM ISTOn World Hepatitis Day 2023, take time to educate yourself on the different types of hepatitis so you can protect yourself and get appropriate medical care if necessary.
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Why kids across Canada, US and Europe are suffering from hepatitis? Experts answer
Health | Apr 27, 2022, 09:32 PM ISTThe most common forms of hepatitis - known as A to E - are caused by specific viral infections. However, the WHO ruled out these viruses in childhood cases.
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One dies from mystery strain of severe hepatitis among children, claims WHO
Health | Apr 25, 2022, 04:13 PM ISTHealth authorities have been investigating the mystery illness, which has affected young people ranging from one month to 16 years old since a cluster of cases have been identified in Scotland between January and mid-April.
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Kashmir's first NAT-PCR facility a lifesaver for residents
News | Sep 23, 2020, 12:20 PM ISTKashmir's first Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT-PCR) facility at the Government Medical College (GMC) here is an addition to the long list of development initiatives in the Union Territory by the Central government.
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36 years of Coolie accident: Amitabh Bachchan expresses gratitude to fans whose prayers kept him alive
Celebrities | Aug 02, 2018, 11:03 AM ISTMegastar Amitabh Bachchan was fatally injured on the sets of his film Coolie which had him clinically 'dead' for a couple of minutes in the ICU.
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Ancient mummy's DNA reveals Hepatitis B virus existed since 16th centuries
Trending | Jan 05, 2018, 11:17 PM ISTHBV is a deadly viral infection that attacks the liver, can cause both acute and chronic disease and kills nearly one million people every year.
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World Hepatitis Day: Hepatitis C is most common in Northern States of India, according to a SRL study
Lifestyle | Jul 28, 2017, 04:08 PM ISTHowever, Hepatitis E was the most common Hepatitis infection commonly diagnosed in India
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Ahead of World Hepatitis Day 2017, Mylan Pharmaceutical launches tablets for Hepatitis C treatment
Lifestyle | Jul 27, 2017, 02:23 PM ISTAccording to the estimate, more than 70 million people in the world are suffering from Hepatitis C infection
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World Hepatitis Day 2017: 9 key facts about Hepatitis C your doctor wants you to know
Lifestyle | Jul 27, 2017, 01:38 PM IST28th July is observed as World Hepatitis Day to raise awareness about this silent killer, Hepatitis.
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Amitabh Bachchan chosen WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Hepatitis
Bollywood | May 12, 2017, 03:26 PM ISTAmitabh Bachchan, a Hepatitis B conqueror, was on Friday appointed the WHO Goodwill Ambassador for the Hepatitis awareness programme in southeast Asia region.
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Amitabh Bachchan recalls his struggle with Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis at a mobile app launch
Bollywood | Mar 16, 2017, 10:52 AM ISTThe megastar Amitabh Bachchan who has conquered the battle with Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis gets candid about his stuggles on a mobile app launch. On Wednesday, he launched a mobile application ‘ABC of Breast Health’.
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I am suffering from liver disease, hepatitis B, reveals Amitabh Bachchan
Bollywood | Nov 24, 2015, 02:49 PM ISTMumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachhan today made a big revelation by stating that he is a victim of hepatitis B, a chronic liver disease, for the last 20 years.The ‘Piku' star will be seen making this
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Hepatitis can make males infertile!
Lifestyle | Jul 24, 2015, 03:43 PM ISTNew Delhi: These days when most of the couples living in metros suffer infertility. This piece of information might come handy for people who are longing to have a baby.According to the World Health Organization,
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Cipla to launch generic Hepatitis C drug 'Hepcvir' in India
Mar 25, 2015, 04:27 PM ISTDrug major Cipla today announced the launch of generic drug Sofosbuvir for treating chronic Hepatitis C under the brand name 'Hepcvir', in India."Following the non-exclusive licensing agreement signed with Gilead Sciences in September last year