فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
July 28 each year serves as a reminder of the dangers of hepatitis C and the importance of taking preventive measures. This falls within the ongoing efforts made by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection in collaboration with various partners to reduce infections and transmission methods.
Specialists refer to this disease as the “silent disease,” as most patients are unaware of its presence due to the absence of clear symptoms or the manifestation of mild and nonspecific symptoms. This can lead to chronic liver inflammation, affecting its functions over time and posing a risk of infection, liver cirrhosis, and the transformation of liver cells into cancerous cells.
The Ministry of Health and Social Protection, in collaboration with its partners, has made significant strides by implementing a national strategy aimed at eliminating hepatitis C, targeting a 65% reduction in mortality and a 90% reduction in new infections. These efforts include:
- Strengthening prevention and early detection mechanisms in health centers and private clinics.
- Ensuring regional and local hospitals can accommodate cases referred from health centers and the private sector, with a streamlined process for completing tests, managing confirmed cases, and providing free treatment.
- Offering care for advanced cases at university hospital centers.
- Improving epidemiological surveillance and enhancing prevention against the transmission of the hepatitis C virus, with a focus on strengthening partnerships and coordination mechanisms.
The process of early detection and diagnosis of hepatitis C is crucial, as early diagnosis enables patients to receive treatment and achieve a high rate of full recovery.
The Ministry of Health and Social Protection aims to implement effective measures to reduce this disease, with prevention being the cornerstone. This includes avoiding drug use and sharing personal items exposed to contaminated blood, such as razors, toothbrushes, or nail clippers. Safe use of sharp tools and injections represents an important step in maintaining good health and a healthy body.
Dr. Shafika Ghazoui
Head of Communication and Media Unit
Regional Directorate of Health and Social Protection
Fes-Meknes Region
Source: Fes News Media
