What We Do
Staff within the Centre actively contribute to improving knowledge and understanding of viral hepatitis in both the scientific and public health domains through a number of forums. Centre staff publish in a wide range of scientific journals, produce reports for public health organisations and other stakeholders, and also participate in a wide range of WHO and other international meetings and workshops.
About Viral Hepatitis
Viral hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by infection by one of several viruses designated hepatitis A-E. Hepatitis A and E virus are transmitted through contaminated food and water. Hepatitis B, C and D virus are blood-borne viruses, and can also be transmitted from mother to child at the time of birth. Hepatitis B and C viruses can cause chronic infections, which may eventually lead to liver scarring (fibrosis and cirrhosis) and liver cancer.
Epidemiology Research
Epidemiology is the study of determinants of disease across populations, and of ways to reduce the impact of these diseases on the health of the community. Epidemiological research is central to the Doherty Institute’s and the Centre’s role.
WHO Reference Laboratory for Viral Hepatitis
The reference laboratory consists of the Hepatitis Diagnostic Laboratory, Hepatitis Serology Laboratory and the Hepatitis Virus Characterisation Laboratory. The aim of the Reference Laboratory is to provide comprehensive diagnostic services and research.
Latest News
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24 Apr 2024Elimination of mother-to-child transmission of chronic hepatitis B in Victoria demands coordinated care and correct data capture
Hepatitis B is a significant public health challenge in Australia and many parts of the world and mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) around the time of birt… -
27 Jul 2023Experts fear spike in liver cancer cases following decline in hepatitis testing
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23 Jun 2023Geographic disparities in uptake of care and treatment for hepatitis B across Australia
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06 Apr 2023Significant gap in hepatitis B care in Victoria due to lack of diagnosis