Media Release

January 2013

Advocates for awareness of viral hepatitis        

The Kuwait Red Crescent Society has launched the HepCare project for fighting viral hepatitis in Kuwait. HepCare coordinates a range of events that are designed to raise awareness among public about viral hepatitis including chronic hepatitis B and C, as well as to provide social and medical support to patients with viral hepatitis. Through better awareness, prevention, care, support and access to treatment, the HepCare ultimate goal is to eradicate these diseases from Kuwait. Ali Abdulwahab Al Mutawa Commercial Company (AAW) as Roche agent in Kuwait is a main supporter of the HepCare project as part of its social responsibility towards the society.