Illness perceptions and explanatory models of viral hepatitis B and C among immigrants and refugees: a narrative systematic review.

BACKGROUND: Hepatitis B and C (HBV, HCV) infections are associated with high morbidity and mortality. Many countries with traditionally low prevalence (such as UK) are now planning interventions (screening, vaccination, and treatment) of high-risk immigrants from countries with high prevalence. This...

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Main Authors: Owiti, J, Greenhalgh, T, Sweeney, L, Foster, G, Bhui, K
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2015