Over 30 cases of Hepatitis B recorded in Ruweng, health officials say

PARIENG – At least 33 cases of hepatitis B have been recorded in Greater Pariang and Greater Abiemnom of the Ruweng Administrative Area over the past five months, health officials said on Wednesday.

The cases were reported from hospitals across all eight counties in Ruweng, particularly in Pariang and Abiemnom hospitals.

Ruweng Minister of Health Achol Bol told Sudans Post in an exclusive interview on Thursday morning that 33 cases were identified between June and October.

“In the last five months, we recorded 20 cases in June, four in July, zero in August, four in September, and five in October,” she said, adding that those testing positive are receiving treatment at government facilities.

Hepatitis B is transmitted through contact with infected blood, semen, or other body fluids, often through sexual contact or sharing needles. Achol confirmed there have been no deaths among the reported cases.

“We are working to educate the public on the importance of regular health checks every three months,” Achol said. “If someone tests negative, they are considered safe, and they can receive a free hepatitis B vaccination from the government shortly after,” she added.

Achol noted that the cases included both male and female patients, and that the Ruweng government is making efforts to procure vaccines for hepatitis B to ensure availability at all health facilities in the region.