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Awareness of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Screening Before Marriage and Pregnancy Among Adults in the Al-Baha Region, Saudi Arabia
Ramy H. Agwa • Taher H. Elwan • Hashim Abdulrahman S. Alghamdi • Abdullah Ali S. Alghamdi • Fatema Ibrahim A. Altaweel • Abdullah A. Alghamdi • Hawraa A. Alhussain • Khader Mohammed A. Alsawlihah • Faisal A. Alzahrani
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Abstract
Background
Hepatitis B is a global public health concern. Understanding the awareness, testing practices, and vaccination status of individuals is crucial for effective prevention and control strategies. This study aims to assess these aspects among participants in the Al-Baha region, Saudi Arabia.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted among 440 participants. Demographic data, awareness of hepatitis B, knowledge of transmission modes, symptoms, and complications were collected through a structured questionnaire. Participants' testing and screening practices, sources of information, and vaccination status were also assessed. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and associations were explored using chi-square tests. |
