跨界公益活动呼吁公众关注肝脏健康

Core Points - The COLOR RUN, known as "the happiest 5K on Earth," recently took place in Beijing with nearly 20,000 participants, promoting health awareness and community engagement [1] - The event was organized in collaboration with the Peking University-Stanford Asian Liver Center, aiming to raise public awareness about liver health and combat stigma associated with hepatitis B [1][3] - The event featured interactive activities, including a "Jade Ribbon" wall for participants to leave colorful handprints and learn about hepatitis B through fun quizzes [1] Health Statistics - According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one person dies from hepatitis-related diseases every 30 seconds, with 80% of infected individuals unaware of their condition [2] - In China, approximately 80 million people are carriers of the hepatitis B virus, equating to 1 in every 14 individuals [2] - China accounts for 31.5% of the global hepatitis B patient population, with about 17 million diagnosed individuals needing antiviral treatment, yet only 3 million currently receiving it [2] Community Engagement - The event attracted various influential organizations and student groups, including the Peking University Love Charity Society, to support the cause and challenge hepatitis B discrimination [1][2] - The center's leader emphasized the importance of promoting liver health through enjoyable activities, aiming to bridge the gap caused by stigma surrounding hepatitis B [3]