May is Hepatitis Awareness Month, and Dynavax is spearheading efforts to improve education about hepatitis B and the benefits of vaccination. Their latest survey highlights major gaps in understanding among American adults about the infection, its risks, and prevention methods.
Importance of Vaccination
The survey also highlighted a lack of awareness about the hepatitis B vaccine:
- Preventive Measures: Only 20% of respondents knew that hepatitis B vaccines can prevent liver infections from the virus.
- Dosing Options: Fewer than a third were aware of the various dosing options for available vaccines.
Educational Efforts
Dynavax’s new website, Hep B Aware, includes a downloadable info sheet with the survey results and additional information about hepatitis B.
To further raise awareness, Dynavax will host a LinkedIn Live event on May 27 3:00PM EST. A panel of hepatitis B experts will discuss the survey’s results and strategies to improve education about the virus and its vaccines.
Dynavax’s efforts during Hepatitis Awareness Month underscore the need for better education and increased vaccination rates to prevent hepatitis B. By staying informed and promoting vaccination, we can protect ourselves and our communities from this serious disease.
Heplisav-B® may be obtained at a discount though CPP’s vaccine savings program. Healthcare providers may access this discount through CPP membership.