Preventing hepatitis B can reduce the risk of developing liver cancer

Hepatitis B and liver cancer

In Africa, hepatitis B is the main cause of liver cancer, accounting for 80% of liver cancer cases. There is no specific treatment or cure for acute hepatitis B, and most adults progress to chronic diseases. The diagnosis of chronic hepatitis B is to pass certain blood marker tests that last 6 months or more after the initial infection. Although vaccination can prevent hepatitis B infection, some children have been infected with hepatitis B from birth or less than five years of age. Chronic infections are characterized by abdominal pain, yellow eyes, dark urine, or abnormal liver tests, but in some cases there may be no symptoms.

The main problem with chronic hepatitis B is the risk of developing cirrhosis and / or liver cancer. For those with chronic infections, taking medicine once a day can prevent the virus from multiplying. When the virus stops growing, the risk of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer is reduced. Hepatitis B can be prevented by vaccination and has been included as part of the Kenya Expanded Immunization Program (KEPI). Newborns need to be vaccinated at 6 weeks, 10 weeks and 14 weeks.

Adult vaccinations are completed three injections within six months. If the blood test shows that the immunity to hepatitis B is not at the required level, a booster dose is needed. For patients who receive a full dose, the vaccine can effectively prevent hepatitis infection, the effective rate is 80% to 100%.

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Susan Hau is a distinguished researcher in the field of cancer cell therapy, with a particular focus on T cell-based approaches and cancer vaccines. Her work spans several innovative treatment modalities, including CAR T-cell therapy, TIL (Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte) therapy, and NK (Natural Killer) cell therapy.

Hau's expertise lies in cancer cell biology, where she has made significant contributions to understanding the complex interactions between immune cells and tumors.

Her research aims to enhance the efficacy of immunotherapies by manipulating the tumor microenvironment and exploring novel ways to activate and direct immune responses against cancer cells.

Throughout her career, Hau has collaborated with leading professors and researchers in the field of cancer treatment, both in the United States and China.

These international experiences have broadened her perspective and contributed to her innovative approach to cancer therapy development.

Hau's work is particularly focused on addressing the challenges of treating advanced and metastatic cancers. She has been involved in clinical trials evaluating the safety and efficacy of various immunotherapy approaches, including the promising Gamma Delta T cell therapy.

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