Awareness and infection prevention practices of hepatitis B virus among informal caregivers in public hospitals of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2024: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection poses a significant global health challenge, leading to approximately 1.1 million deaths annually. Informal caregivers of HBV patients face an increased risk of exposure, yet there is limited research on their awareness and infection prevention practices. This study aimed to evaluate the awareness and practices regarding HBV among informal caregivers in public hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in 2024.

Methods

An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted from May 15 to July 15, 2024, involving 422 informal caregivers selected through a systematic random sampling method. Data were collected using structured, interviewer-administered questionnaires that were pretested. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 26,

SUBMITTER: Kasse T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11817858 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature