Bill 118 HRES 632, also known as the "World Hepatitis Day" resolution, aims to recognize July 28, 2023, as a day dedicated to raising awareness about hepatitis on a global scale. The resolution highlights the importance of educating the public about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of hepatitis, as well as the need for increased funding for research and public health initiatives related to this disease.
The resolution emphasizes the significant impact that hepatitis has on public health worldwide, with millions of people affected by the disease each year. It also acknowledges the progress that has been made in recent years in terms of developing effective treatments and vaccines for hepatitis, but stresses the need for continued efforts to combat this disease.
In addition, the resolution calls on the United States government to work with international partners to address the global burden of hepatitis and to support initiatives aimed at eliminating hepatitis as a public health threat. It also encourages individuals to get tested for hepatitis and to take steps to protect themselves and others from the disease.
Overall, Bill 118 HRES 632 serves as a reminder of the importance of raising awareness about hepatitis and working towards a world free from this preventable and treatable disease.