#BtheVoice Video Library
The B the Voice story bank is a global effort to elevate the voices of those living with hepatitis B. It’s a compliment to the #justB storytelling campaign that focuses on the U.S. Each story is unique and is told by a person living with hepatitis B. Many of the topics covered by the storytellers include stigma, discrimination, access to healthcare and more.
Nargiza’s Story of Living with Hepatitis B and Delta in Uzebkistan
Nargiza shares her experience of being diagnosed with hepatitis B and later hepatitis Delta, which significantly impacted her health and life over time. She reflects on her childhood, family life, marriage, and motherhood, noting both emotional support and the challenges of managing chronic illness. After her diagnosis, she adopted stricter hygiene practices and became more conscious of transmission risks, while also navigating fear and uncertainty about treatment and costs. Despite ongoing health concerns and family history of hepatitis, she remained active in her personal and professional life, working in the public sector and maintaining meaningful relationships and travel experiences. Ultimately, she describes building resilience through lifestyle changes, learning about her condition, and focusing on what brings her peace and happiness.