Senior Center-Based Hepatitis C Screening in Baltimore
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چکیده
Despite significant advancements in hepatitis C virus (HCV) treatments, the majority of individuals infected with HCV remain undiagnosed. We report on senior citizen center-based HCV testing in Baltimore, which revealed a 9.4% prevalence of infection. Our data suggest that community-based HCV testing and linkage to care in appropriate settings is feasible and high yield.
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دوره 3 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2016