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Chronic
Hepatitis B in the API Community
Also see: Jade River Campaign
to Prevent and Fight Chronic Hepatitis B Infection in the High-Risk
Asian American and Pacific Islander Community
Foreign-born Asian American and Pacific Islanders (API) are at increased
risk of chronic Hepatitis B infection (see Are
You at Risk for more information). Many came from countries where
up to 20% of the population are chronically infected at birth or early
childhood. The incidence is highest among Vietnamese, Cambodian, Chinese
and Laotian Americans. Since most individuals have no symptoms, they
may not know they are infected. Chronic Hepatitis B infection can increase
the risk of liver cancer.
UHS supports and offers a comprehensive strategy to fight Hepatitis
B including:
- Hepatitis B vaccination
- Identification of silent Hepatitis B carriers so that these individuals
can take appropriate measures to protect their health, avoid further
risk of injury to the liver, and prevent spread of the infection to
others.
- Provide Hepatitis B carriers with information about who may benefit
from available treatment and when treatment is not indicated, including
rationale, risks and options.
You are encouraged to discuss your needs with our clinical staff. Call
643-7197 to speak with a clinic nurse.
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