Volume : 12, Issue : 04, April – 2025
Title:
PREVALENCE AND KNOWLEDGE OF SCREENING BEHAVIOR FOR HEP C AMONG PEOPLE OF DIFFERENT PROFESSIONS IN GUJRANWALA
Authors :
Muhammad Ali Raza, Abdul Moeed Baig, Ahmed UR Rehman, Dr. Sara Saleem
Abstract :
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a blood borne pathogen that causes both acute and chronic infections, posing a serious threat to global public health. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 58 million people are living with chronic HCV worldwide, with 1.5 million new infections reported annually as of 2023 data. The virus is primarily transmitted through exposure to contaminated blood, commonly via unsafe medical practices, transfusions of unscreened blood, intravenous drug use, and less frequently, through sexual contact and from mother to child The progression from acute to chronic HCV occurs in approximately 75–85% of infected individuals, and chronic infection can lead to serious complications, including liver cirrhosis, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma. In recent years, advancements in antiviral therapies have made it possible to cure over 95% of individuals infected with HCV; however, access to diagnosis and treatment remains a challenge in many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)..the study highlights the significant prevalence of Hepatitis C in Gujranwala and the complex factors influencing screening behavior, including education, professional background, and the knowledge of screening opportunities. By understanding these factors, targeted interventions can be designed to increase participation in screening programs, particularly for those who are less educated or unaware of the benefits of early screening. Enhancing public awareness, improving accessibility to screening, and emphasizing the importance of regular health checkups can help reduce the burden of Hepatitis C in the region.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Muhammad Ali Raza et al., Prevalence And Knowledge Of Screening Behavior For Hep C Among People Of Different Professions In Gujranwala., Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2025; 12(04).
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