Dr Robert Gish, a globally recognized hepatologist and one of the foremost experts in hepatitis B and liver disease, has called for nationwide testing and vaccination against the infection.
According to Dr Gish, who also leads the Hepatitis Foundation, early detection is critical in preventing the escalation of the disease and ensuring proper treatment.
Speaking at a stakeholder engagement with health professionals during his three-day tour of the country on April 19, 2025, at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital Dr Gish emphasized the urgent need for comprehensive action.
The tour includes inspections of facilities treating hepatitis B, visits to health workers, and the dissemination of information on effective treatment strategies. "One out of four people with hepatitis B will die of complications," he stated. "We need to test people and treat them to avoid stigma and discrimination.
