Hepatitis Television Outreach
Plateau State Nigeria
2025
Pre-Eminent Empowerment and Development Foundation under the direction of Dr. Nwosu S. Onyekachi, MD worked to create a live programme on Hepatitis B that was broadcast to approximately 2-3 million people across 4 States in Northern-central Nigeria.
Objective
The programme aimed to raise awareness about Hepatitis B, its transmission, prevention, and treatment options.
Key Aspects
The discussion covered various aspects of Hepatitis B, including its prevalence, transmission, diagnosis, treatment options, and prevention strategies. The programme included an interactive session where viewers asked questions and received responses from the quest expert.
In view of this, the programme helped generate awareness about Hepatitis B, its risks, and the importance of prevention and treatment.
Results
Our Foundation continues to receive calls for questions and seeking clarifications on various aspects of Hepatitis B from viewers after the programme. Not excluding those calling for screening, treatment and vaccination.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the television live programme on Hepatitis B was a successful initiative that reached a large audience across Northern Nigeria by providing accurate information and expert insights, the programme helped raise awareness about Hepatitis B, and promoted prevention and treatment strategies. The impacts are further enhanced by encouraging viewers to seek medical attention if they suspect exposure or infection.