The Department of Gastroenterology at Madinah Teaching Hospital, in collaboration with UMDC Hepatitis Awareness Society and the Pakistan Society for the Study of Liver Diseases (PSSLD), enthusiastically observed World Hepatitis Day 2025 to raise awareness about the global burden of hepatitis and promote preventive measures.
Themed “Let’s Break It Down”, the event featured a series of impactful activities, including expert talks, competitions, and an awareness walk. Renowned medical professionals from MTH—Dr Shahid Rasool, Dr Umair Shafqat, Dr Khalid Mehmood Yahya, Dr Muhammad Aslam, and Dr Ayman Rehman—shared valuable insights on hepatitis prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
An awareness walk was conducted within the hospital premises, led by devoted doctors and nursing staff, symbolizing solidarity and commitment to fighting hepatitis.
To engage students and promote health education, various competitions were organized, including a quiz competition, poster competition, and a short video competition centered around the day’s theme.
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