Jeremiah’s Story of Living with Hepatitis B in Nigeria

Jeremiah discovered he had hepatitis B during a routine blood donation for a sick friend, which led to early detection of the virus. Before then, he had no awareness of hepatitis B and was shocked by the diagnosis. The news deeply affected his confidence—he withdrew from social activities, faced discrimination, and felt isolated. His relationship also suffered due to fear of stigma. With the support of his uncle, who helped him find a doctor and offered encouragement, Jeremiah began to regain hope. He now urges others to get tested and know their hepatitis B status early.