Awareness of Hepatitis B (HBV) and Experiences of Discrimination among Infected Patients in Coastal Eastern India.
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https://doi.org/10.48047/2tfbc816Keywords:
Hepatitis B, Awareness, transmission, discrimination, stigma, vaccinationAbstract
INTRODUCTION
Hepatitis B (HBV) remains a global health challenge, especially in regions like Coastal Eastern India, where awareness about the disease and its transmission is often limited. This study aims to assess HBV awareness, transmission knowledge, and the emotional and social discrimination experienced by infected individuals in this region.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
A cross-sectional study was conducted with 131 HBV-infected patients from Coastal Eastern India. Data were gathered through structured interviews covering demographics, HBV knowledge, and emotional and social impacts. Descriptive statistics were used for analysis.
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