The Urgency to Mitigate the Spread of Hepatitis C in Pakistan Through Blood Transfusion Reform
Blood transfusions are contributing to a higher rate of hepatitis C virus (HCV) in Pakistan. Half of all blood transfusions in Pakistan are not screened for hepatitis C, hepatitis B or HIV. Family members donate blood that is likely not tested due to social stigma attached to HCV. Paid donations are...
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| Language: | English |
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Kerman University of Medical Sciences
2018-03-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Health Policy and Management |
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| Online Access: | http://www.ijhpm.com/article_3426_5238be33a42b92c00fba720969b5d2b6.pdf |