What is Hepatitis B and how is it related to Cancer?
Hepatitis B is a viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV) that affects the liver. Chronic infection with HBV can lead to serious health issues, including liver cirrhosis and liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The relationship between HBV and liver cancer is well-established, making the prevention of HBV infection a crucial step in reducing the incidence of liver cancer.
