Knowledge of Hepatitis B and C Virus Infections and Vaccination Awareness among University Students in Palestine: A Cross-Sectional Study
Date
2025-06-01
Authors
Amal Awatlha
Majdia Aslan
Nameer Alassa
Raed Halaeqa
Malak Thweib
Ibrahim Ghannam
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Deanship of Research - Al-Quds University
Abstract
Background: Hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) infections are major global health issues, causing approximately 1.3 million deaths annually worldwide. In Palestine, understanding knowledge gaps among university students is crucial for developing targeted interventions. This study aimed to investigate students' knowledge of these infections and related vaccination practices among university students in Palestine.