Hidden hepatitis crisis: study reveals high infection rates in immigrant communities
NCT ID NCT02366286
First seen Apr 26, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested 892 African and Asian immigrants in Minnesota for hepatitis B and C to understand how common these infections are and how they increase the risk of liver cancer. Researchers also looked at viral genetics and immune responses. No treatment was given; the goal was to gather information to guide future screening and prevention efforts.
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Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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