Breaking the Silence: Confronting Stigma at the Crossroads of Hepatitis and Cancer

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18 September 2025 14:00 - 15:00 CEST

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Hepatitis is a major risk factor for liver cancer, yet prevention, early detection, and integrated care remain underused across Europe and beyond. Misconceptions, fear, and stigma limit access to testing, treatment, and support – ultimately impacting health outcomes.

This 60-minute online masterclass, organised jointly by the European Cancer Organisation and the World Hepatitis Alliance, will explore the scientific and policy links between hepatitis and cancer, share best practices for addressing stigma and discrimination, and highlight opportunities for more integrated, stigma-free care. Featuring leading experts, advocates, and those who’ve actually experienced the virus, this event is the first in a four-part series from ECO addressing key issues at the intersection of cancer and hepatitis

 

Speakers

  • Patrizia Carrieri (Moderator) Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network - European Cancer Organisation
  • Cary James CEO - World Hepatitis Alliance
  • Olufunmilayo Lesi Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme - World Health Organization

Speakers

  • Patrizia Carrieri (Moderator) Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network - European Cancer Organisation
  • Cary James CEO - World Hepatitis Alliance
  • Olufunmilayo Lesi Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme - World Health Organization
  • Patrizia Carrieri (Moderator) Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network - European Cancer Organisation
  • Cary James CEO - World Hepatitis Alliance
  • Olufunmilayo Lesi Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme - World Health Organization

Speakers

  • Patrizia Carrieri (Moderator) Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network - European Cancer Organisation
  • Cary James CEO - World Hepatitis Alliance
  • Olufunmilayo Lesi Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme - World Health Organization

 Programme

14:00 - 14:05
Welcome & Introduction

 

  • Prof. Patrizia Carrieri - Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network, European Cancer Organisation
14:05 - 14:20
Part 1: Setting the Scene – The Hepatitis–Cancer Connection

 

  • Prof. Olufunmilayo Lesi - Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme, World Health Organization
16:20 - 16:40
Part 2: Addressing Stigma and Discrimination

 
  • Cary James - CEO, World Hepatitis Alliance
14:40 - 14:55
Q&A and interactive discussion
14:55 - 15:00
Closing remarks
 
 

Speakers

  • Patrizia Carrieri (Moderator) Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network - European Cancer Organisation
  • Cary James CEO - World Hepatitis Alliance
  • Olufunmilayo Lesi Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme - World Health Organization

Speakers

  • Patrizia Carrieri (Moderator) Co-Chair, HPV and Hep B Network - European Cancer Organisation
  • Cary James CEO - World Hepatitis Alliance
  • Olufunmilayo Lesi Hepatitis Team Lead for the Global Hepatitis Programme - World Health Organization