BACKGROUND
Diagnostics are essential for understanding hepatitis E epidemiology, but the field performanc...
In 2021 in response to an outbreak of hepatitis E in Bentiu internally displaced persons camp the South Sudanese Ministry of Health with support from Médecins Sans Frontières implemen...
BACKGROUND
Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is a leading cause of acute viral hepatitis, particularly in Asia and Africa, where HEV genotypes 1 and 2 are prevalen...
BACKGROUND
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) antibody self-testing (HCVST) may help expand screening access and support HCV elimination efforts. Despite potential benefit...
In September 2023, the South Sudan Ministry of Health declared an outbreak of hepatitis E virus in Fangak County, Jonglei State. From April to November 2023, MSF identifie...
BACKGROUND
Hepatitis E was first identified in the 1990s, but major epidemics date back to the 1950s. There is no specific treatment, and it can be fatal especially for pregnant...
BACKGROUND
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major cause of liver diseases globally. Transmission is primarily bloodborne through unsafe injections or healthcare practices. Effective...
INTRODUCTION
Hepatitis E causes high mortality among pregnant women, with case fatality risks over 30% and adverse fetal outcomes. There is an evidence gap on the safety of the ...
INTRODUCTION
Hepatitis E (HEV) genotypes 1 and 2 are the common cause of jaundice and acute viral hepatitis that can cause large-scale outbreaks. HEV infection...