So far in 2023, 20 cases of hepatitis have been diagnosed in the city
Hepatitis B and C are liver diseases that can become chronic, lead to cirrhosis, liver failure, liver cancer, or even death.
The sexuality, sexual rights and reproductive rights program of the Ministry of Public Health monitors users diagnosed with these diseases, with the aim of guaranteeing timely care and treatment in the Health Benefit Plan Administrative Entities (EAPB).
In 2023, 20 people have been diagnosed with hepatitis B and C in Manizales, according to a report from the National Public Health Surveillance System (SIVIGILA), people who are between the ages of 18 and 82.
In Manizales, hepatitis B is the one that represents the highest incidence, with 70%. “This is essentially a sexually transmitted infection, so it is important to prevent it by using a male or female condom and getting vaccinated against hepatitis. It is worth remembering that there are three doses of the vaccine and the person is immunized for life: on the other hand, it is very It is important that if you are diagnosed, inform your partner or sexual partners, so that people are aware and can also take the necessary measures for it “indicated Myriam Astrid Ramírez Díaz, a university professional from the Public Health Unit.
Myriam Astrid Ramírez Díaz, University Professional Public Health Unit.
Contagion figures during the last 3 years in the municipality of Manizales:
2021 202220239 cases of hepatitis. 6 of the cases hepatitis B (67%).3 of the cases hepatitis C. (33%).23 cases of hepatitis 12 of the cases hepatitis B (53%).11 of the cases hepatitis C (47%).20 cases of hepatitis 14 of the cases hepatitis B (70%).6 of the cases hepatitis C (30%).
How are hepatitis B and C transmitted?
Mainly through sexual transmission, but they can also be acquired through contact with blood and other infected body fluids, from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or the use of non-sterile syringes or needles.
Warning signs and symptoms
Fever Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) Dark urine White stools Extreme fatigue Nausea Vomiting Joint pain Abdominal pain
Recommendations to prevent Hepatitis B and C.
Always use a condom and with all sexual partners Use sterile syringes, needles and materials Test for hepatitis B from the beginning of pregnancy Administer the hepatitis B vaccine in the first 12 hours of life to all newborns Administer immunoglobulin and vaccinate against hepatitis B in the first 12 hours of life to all newborns of mothers with hepatitis B. Give three doses of pentavalent (vaccine that includes hepatitis B) to all children under 1 year of age. Give the Hepatitis vaccine B and immunoglobulin in case of sexual violence Apply the Hepatitis B vaccine to adults in risk situations.
Data of interest
So far in 2023, 20 cases of hepatitis have been diagnosed in Manizales.
2023-08-02 23:26:30
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