World Hepatitis Testing Day this Friday - free testing for 18+ | Health

Bartow - The Polk County Health Department (PCHD) recognizes May as National Hepatitis Awareness Month to spread the word about the global impact of viral hepatitis, and the importance of preventing hepatitis-related liver disease.

In honor of the month, The Polk County Health Department will provide free hepatitis testing and vaccines for adults18 and older on World Hepatitis Testing Day, May 18, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Bartow Immunizations Clinic, 1255 Brice Boulevard, in Bartow.

For more information about hepatitis infection, or testing and treatment options, please visit our website at www.mypolkhealth.org, or contact the PCHD Hepatitis Program at (863)519-8240.

Information courtesy of the Polk County Health Department