Incongruity Between Knowledge and Preventive Practices on Hepatitis B Infection Among University Students in North-eastern, Tanzania
Eward Erick,
Kevin Rwegoshola,
Pendo M. Ibrahim
et al.
Abstract:Background: Young population is at high risk of acquiring sexually transmitted infections including hepatitis B virus, and thus the key target group for intervention. University students are reported to have inadequate knowledge concerning HBV. This study aimed to generate information on students’ knowledge and attitudes surrounding HBV preventive practices. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted in three Tanzanian universities in Moshi town of the northern Tanzanian region of Kilimanjaro. A total … Show more
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