Hepatitis B Foundation President Dr. Chari Cohen is quoted in a powerful new story about hepatitis B in The New Yorker. You can read it here.

World Hepatitis Day 2018

 

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You can help raise awareness and save lives…

Tell us why you think hepatitis B testing is important!

 

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Globally, 292 million people are living with chronic hepatitis B. Only 10 percent are aware of their diagnosis. Help us raise awareness for World Hepatitis Day (July 28th, 2018) by telling the world why it is important to get tested for hepatitis B!

Create an awareness message about hepatitis B by answering the prompt below. The Hepatitis B Foundation will compile video entries for a larger video that will be released on World Hepatitis Day, July 28, 2018.

Who Can Enter?:

Anyone across the world!

How to Enter!

  • Record a short video or an audio clip of yourself (15 seconds or less) answering the prompt, “People should be tested for hepatitis B because ….”
  • Note: You may choose the audio option if you wish to remain anonymous. Film yourself answering the above question. Your face and/or your picture does not have to be in the video; however, we must be able to hear you. 
  • Keep your video no longer than 15 seconds
  • Send your video to us:
  • When you send your video, please mention that you wish to participate in the World Hepatitis Day 2018 Campaign.

Examples 

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Video Tips/Guidelines

  • Your video must be 15 seconds or less
  • Your video should be in English

Note: If your video is recorded in a language other than English, please provide the English translation. If possible, provide a timed script with timings of phrases.

  • Videos must be recorded in Landscape/horizontal mode. Videos recorded in a Vertical format cannot be used.
  • Record your video in a quiet area or with a microphone.
  • Record your video in good lighting.

Disclaimer

By submitting a video to this campaign, participants give the Hepatitis B Foundation permission to use names (first names and/or initials will only be used), videos, voices, and likeness in the World Hepatitis Day campaign and promotion. The participant will waive any claims to royalty, right, or remuneration for such use. The Hepatitis B Foundation will not disclose any personal information obtained from participants (i.e., full names, email addresses, etc.) in the campaign to third parties and use the information for marketing and other purposes.

For inspiration, visit our website, World Hepatitis Alliance’s Find the Missing Millions campaign, and CDC’s and Hep B United’s Know Hepatitis B campaign.

Submission Period: You must submit your video by July 20, 2018 (Submission closes at 11:59 PM EST on 7/20/18)

Have Questions?

Please contact Kristine Alarcon at kristine.alarcon@hepb.org