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1CAPHRI, Maastricht University, The Netherlands. Rik.Crutzen@maastrichtuniversity.nl
Aim:
To assess the level of public awareness and practical knowledge regarding Hepatitis A, B, and C in two low-endemic countries (Germany and The Netherlands).
Methods:
Two large-scale surveys (N=1989 and 668).
Results:
Although public awareness was high, practical knowledge regarding differences in the mode of transmission, consequences, and prevention was very low in both countries, especially among those with a lower level of education.
Conclusion:
Future public health initiatives are warranted to increase knowledge as a first step to empower people, especially those with a lower level of education.
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