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September 17, 2025Bangladesh Journal of MedicineOpen Access

Bridging the Gap: Evaluating Hepatitis B Occupational Risk Preparedness Among Intern Doctor’s in a Bangladeshi Medical College

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MHMd Shakhawat HossainMMakunnaharMAMd Mahfuj Ul Anwar

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Overview

Cross-sectional study assesses knowledge and safety measures for hepatitis b among healthcare workers, highlighting urgent educational needs.

Key Points

  • Only 38% of intern doctors exhibited good knowledge regarding hepatitis b infection transmission.
  • Among interns, just 49% were aware of both oral and injectable treatments available for hepatitis b.
  • Only 47% follow sterilized instrument procedures, despite 73% reporting needle prick injuries while working.
  • Inadequate knowledge on hepatitis b safety measures is affecting both healthcare worker safety and patient care.

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Hossain et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d45e6231b076d99fa5ee82https://doi.org/10.3329/bjm.v36i3.83078
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