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World Hepatitis Alliance Activities World Hepatitis Day 2016 Global Summary Report The numbers are in and with 174 countries taking part, 106 governments commemorating the day and over 1,100 events held worldwide, World Hepatitis Day (WHD) 2016 was undeniably the most successful WHD to date! This huge success has only been possible thanks to the fantastic efforts of WHA members, patient groups and civil society organisations across the globe. Events included screening and vaccination drives, public seminars, press briefings, marches, health fairs as well as more unusual events such as awareness-raising pop songs and the illumination of well-known landmarks. Most successful WHD to date! How did your country mark the day? Check out the World Hepatitis Day 2016 Global Summary Report here Under the theme of elimination, WHD was also used to launch NOhep, a grassroots movement mobilising individuals and organisations to take action to ensure global commitments are met and viral hepatitis is eliminated by 2030. NOhep was launched in 77 countries on WHD, resulting in over 1000 people signing up from over 100 countries. Watch our NOhep launch video now! 174 countries 8 hep Voice October 2016 106 governments 183 WHA Members 1,100+ events 59 WHO COUNTRY OFFICES noHEP LAUNCH 77 COUNTRIES hep Voice October 2016 9