Knowledge about hepatitis B and C among patients attending family medicine clinics in Karachi
(East. Mediterr. health j).
in English
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| ID: who-119229
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ABSTRACT
Knowledge about hepatitis B and C was assessed in a cross-sectional study of 300 adults aged 18 or older attending family medicine clinics at The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi. Most knew that hepatitis B and C are viral diseases that primarily affect the liver, but knowledge about risk factors for disease transmission was poor. Approximately 70% knew that hepatitis B is vaccine preventable; 60% had the misconception that hepatitis C is also vaccine preventable. The majority incorrectly believed that people with hepatitis B or C should follow the diet 'parhaiz'. Generally women knew more than men about the diseases. This study suggests that health education about these infections should be provided to the public. Family physicians can play an important role in educating people about the prevention of these diseases
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Collection:
Databases of international organizations
Health context:
SDG3 - Health and Well-Being
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SDG3 - Target 3.3 End transmission of communicable diseases
Health problem:
Target 3.3: End transmission of communicable diseases
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Hepatitis
Database:
WHO IRIS
Main subject:
Outpatient Clinics, Hospital
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Attitude to Health
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Sex Factors
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Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
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Patient Education as Topic
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Cross-Sectional Studies
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Risk Factors
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Vaccination
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Hepatitis C
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Educational Status
Language:
English
Journal:
East. Mediterr. health j
Year:
2002
