AKU to host Hepatitis awareness live session on World Hepatitis Day

Hepatitis: Let’s break it down - Live session on World Hepatitis Day

KARACHI: In celebration of World Hepatitis Day, the Aga Khan University Hospital is hosting a special Facebook Live event titled “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”. This informative session will take place on Monday, July 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (PST). The event will be broadcast live on Facebook, providing the public an opportunity to interact directly with leading experts in the field of gastroenterology.

The live session will be moderated by Dr. Faisal Wasim, Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at Aga Khan University Hospital, who will guide the discussion and ensure all viewer questions are addressed in real time. Joining him as panelists will be an esteemed group of experts, including:

• Dr. Saeed Hamid, Professor of Gastroenterology
• Dr. Om Parkash, Associate Professor of Gastroenterology
• Dr. Adeel Ur Rehman, Clinical Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology
• Dr. Nashiz Ineyat, Clinical Faculty of Gastroenterology
• Naz Amin, Clinical Nurse specializing in Gastroenterology

Key topics to be covered:

The session will cover essential topics surrounding hepatitis, including:

• Different types of hepatitis
• Key symptoms and how they are diagnosed
• Current treatment options and preventive strategies
• How screening is performed and what can be done to prevent the spread of hepatitis

The goal of the event is to raise awareness and provide the general public with reliable information about hepatitis, a disease that affects millions globally. Viewers will have the chance to ask questions and engage with the experts in real-time, gaining a better understanding of the impact of this disease and the steps everyone can take to protect themselves.

How to join:

• Date: Monday, 28th July 2025
• Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (PST)
• Platform: Facebook Live
• Link: Aga Khan University Hospital Facebook Page

The Aga Khan University Hospital’s commitment to public health education and prevention continues to shine with this initiative, which aims to equip the community with the knowledge necessary to combat hepatitis effectively.

Be sure to mark your calendars and join this insightful conversation that could help you and your loved ones better understand hepatitis and its prevention.

Stay informed. Stay ahead.

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