Needs of Individuals Living With Hepatitis Delta Virus and Their Caregivers, 2016–2019

Epidemiologic and clinical updates on viral infections in Saudi Arabia

“…Although the hepatitis D virus (HDV) was previously thought to be local in Italy and southern Europe, it is now recognized as a global health problem, with an estimated 12 million patients in 2020 ( Rizzetto et al, 2021 ). Furthermore, a lack of clinical epidemiological research has contributed to an incomplete understanding of the disease burden and, thus, a lack of effective treatments ( Kumar, 2020 ). Based on the literature published over the past 40 years, many epidemiological surveys have attempted to estimate the number of hepatitis D-infected patients, but the actual number has not been accurately estimated.…”

A call for advocacy and patient voice to eliminate hepatitis B virus infection

“…Hepatitis Delta co-infection affects a minority subgroup of those with CHB who are even less well represented by appropriate representative services, data, advocacy and resources. 5 Developing flexible services, rooted in an understanding of the needs and experiences of different communities will enhance access to -and uptake of -screening, surveillance and treatment.…”

PCD 2021 Student Research Collection: Building Public Health Research Capacity in Real-World Settings and the 2022 Call for Papers

“…The current collection addresses a broad range of topics, including childhood obesity in secondary schools in Hong Kong ( 13 ); nutrition and physical activity among adults ( 14 – 16 ); the impact of inadequate sleep on mental health ( 17 ); the association between neighborhood built environments and depression in the rural South ( 18 ); colorectal cancer risk factors and screening among uninsured adults living in Tampa Bay, Florida ( 19 ); spatial accessibility to dental care among Alabama youth ( 20 ); identifying challenges to care for people living with hepatitis delta virus and their caretakers ( 21 ); and community resources to promote health among Chinese immigrants living in Philadelphia ( 22 ).…”