Viral hepatitis is so prevalent in Japan that it is said to be a national disease, and if left untreated, it can progress to cirrhosis and liver cancer. The Basic Act on Hepatitis Control came into effect in January 2010, and with the aim of equalizing liver disease treatment and improving medical standards, liver disease treatment coordination core hospitals were established in each prefecture to provide information on the ever-advancing treatment of liver disease to medical professionals and the general public. Our hospital is one of four core hospitals in Kanagawa Prefecture, and our center is responsible for specifically carrying out hepatitis control activities.
Liver Disease Treatment Center aims to "create an environment where people can receive appropriate hepatitis treatment while maintaining their employment," and is working to establish a medical network for liver disease, train personnel involved in liver disease treatment, and provide consultation, support, and information related to liver disease.