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How to Observe World Hepatitis Day at Work

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Break stigma, build awareness, and protect community health

Looking for a quick, actionable way to observe World Hepatitis Day at Work? This post gives you a fast, DIY DEI tip you can apply right now.

World Hepatitis Day, observed annually on July 28, is a global call to raise awareness about viral hepatitis—a group of infectious diseases that affect over 350 million people worldwide. At work, it’s a vital opportunity to challenge stigma, support health equity, and create safer, more informed spaces for all employees.

Why This Holiday Matters

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Health equity includes hepatitis—and most people don’t even know it.

Hepatitis B and C are leading causes of liver cancer, yet many people living with them are undiagnosed and untreated. The burden of these diseases often falls hardest on marginalized communities—particularly immigrants, Indigenous populations, and people who inject drugs—due to structural inequities in access to testing, healthcare, and information.

Observing World Hepatitis Day at Work opens the door to public health education and stigma reduction, both essential for inclusive wellness.

One Inclusive Celebration Idea

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Send an Employee Health Equity Spotlight

Here’s a direct, actionable way to engage your workplace: Send a company-wide message or intranet post titled “World Hepatitis Day: What You Might Not Know” that includes:

  • A short explainer on what hepatitis is (A, B, C types)
  • Stats on global and U.S. impact, especially across different communities
  • A link to a free hepatitis B or C testing resource, like Hepatitis B Foundation’s locator
  • A reminder that health stigma is a DEI issue—and that all employees deserve safe access to care, no matter their background

Make it inclusive:

  • Avoid language that blames or shames.
  • Share resources that are multilingual and community-informed.
  • Encourage leadership to acknowledge the day and the importance of health equity.

This action invites learning while reinforcing your commitment to inclusive, stigma-free health culture at work.

Ready for More?

Would you like a more detailed celebration guide for this holiday? 👉 Join our Free Community Here In our community, you’ll find deeper DIY DEI guides, a full diversity calendar, and workplace-ready tools to help you sustain inclusive, impactful celebrations year‑round.

Pause & Reflect

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What biases or assumptions might show up in your workplace when it comes to chronic illness—and how can you help challenge them?

 

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