Dhaka, July 28 -- World Hepatitis Day will be observed today in the country along with across the globe.

The day has been observed annually to raise awareness about hepatitis since July 28, 2008, when the global initiative was first undertaken by the World Hepatitis Alliance. The aim is to educate people worldwide about the disease, its prevention, and treatment, reports BSS.

In 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially recognised World Hepatitis Day as one of its 11 official global public health campaigns. Since then, July 28 has been observed worldwide each year to highlight the threat of viral hepatitis.

Like in other countries, Bangladesh will also observe the day with various awareness and advocacy programmes. This year...