May 2007 marked the 12th anniversary of National Hepatitis Awareness Month, which is an important milestone in the effort to raise awareness about the 5 million Americans suffering from chronic hepatitis B and C. The Hepatitis B Foundation and its partners sponsored events during the month to raise awareness about hepatitis B in particular as a vital national health priority. For more information, please be sure to visit our website at www.hepb.org/advocacy.