Global Fatty Liver Disease Awareness Day 2025

A Successful Health Outreach in Bafoussam
👩🏽‍⚕️ Organized by Value Health Africa (VAHA) | Supported by the Global Liver Institute

To mark Global Fatty Liver Disease Awareness Day 2025, Value Health Africa (VAHA), in collaboration with the CMA of Djeleng, hosted a successful community health event in Bafoussam, focusing on promoting liver health and preventing non-communicable diseases.

With the support of the Global Liver Institute and strong participation from the Regional Delegation of Public Health for the West Region, the event emphasized early detection, health education, and community empowerment

🩺 Key Achievements

    👥 150+ participants from the community
    💉 80 individuals screened for diabetes and high blood pressure
    🥗💪 Health talks on nutrition, physical activity, and liver disease prevention
    🧑🏾‍⚕️📘 Training workshop on Fatty Liver Disease for 28 Community Health Workers, led by Dr. Wabo

🤝 Institutional Support

✅ The Regional Delegation of Public Health for the West Region was present and actively engaged, demonstrating strong governmental commitment to liver health awareness and preventive care.

📊 Next Steps

The data collected from screenings, along with public health insights, will be compiled and published in a comprehensive final report to guide future interventions

🧠 Takeaway Message:

💡 "Your liver matters. Take care of it before it’s too late."

Through partnerships and people-centered initiatives like this one, VAHA remains committed to strengthening community health, preventing chronic diseases, and empowering local health actors with the knowledge and tools to make a lasting impact.