A new report from the World Health Organization reveals a devastating hepatitis crisis in South Sudan.
The country is grappling with a surge in cases of viral hepatitis B and C, with many patients seeking treatment at critical stages of the disease.
Dr. Bino Andrea, a hepatologist at Juba Teaching Hospital, warns of the rising number of hospital admissions due to hepatitis.
The report highlights the alarmingly low awareness of hepatitis status among the population, leading to delayed treatment and increased mortality rates.
South Sudan has also been battling hepatitis E outbreaks since 2014, with thousands of cases reported.
The government is calling for increased funding and international support to address the crisis, emphasizing the urgent need for prevention and treatment programs.
Health Minister Honourable Yolanda Awel Deng stressed the importance of a unified effort to combat hepatitis and its devastating impact on South Sudanese communities.
