Amon’s story of living with hepatitis B in Uganda
A few years ago, Amon began to experience symptoms of what he later found out was hepatitis B. Initially, Amon could not get tested as the tests were too expensive. Over time, Amon’s symptoms worsened, and in 2017 while applying for jobs, Amon tested positive for hepatitis B when applying for jobs. Amon was stigmatized by his community due to his diagnosis. Amon began to realize the barriers people face when in a similar situation. Seeing that cost and lack of medicine are the main barriers to testing, Amon saw the need for awareness and education to help ensure everyone knows about hepatitis B.
Interviewers: National Organisation for People Living with Hepatitis B (NOPLHB)
Sponsors: Hepatitis B Foundation (USA) and Gilead Sciences