Exploring the Psychosocial Influences on Hepatitis B and Liver Cancer Disparities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diverse communities from Asia, the Pacific Islands, the Caribbean, and Africa are disproportionately impacted by chronic hepatitis B. Low screening rates and limited engagement with disease management contribute to higher rates of liver cancer. This qualitative study aimed to explore the psychosocial factors influencing health behaviors related to hepatitis B and liver cancer, to inform the development of a public health communication campaign tailored to highly impacted communities.

Methods

In collaboration with community partners, individuals identifying with each community were purposively selected to participate in this study. Fifteen focus groups, ranging in size from 7 to 12 participants, and two key informant interviews were conducted with individuals from

SUBMITTER: Block SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12424198 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature