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Viral Hepatitis E Outbreaks in Refugees and Internally Displaced Populations, sub-Saharan Africa, 2010–2020

Emerging Infectious Diseases (2022) 28(5) 1074-1076
DOI: 10.3201/eid2805.212546
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Abstract

Hepatitis E virus is a common cause of acute viral hepatitis. We analyzed reports of hepatitis E outbreaks among forcibly displaced populations in sub-Saharan Africa during 2010–2020. Twelve independent outbreaks occurred, and >30,000 cases were reported. Transmission was attributed to poor sanitation and overcrowding.

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Desai, A. N., Mohareb, A. M., Elkarsany, M. M., Desalegn, H., Madoff, L. C., & Lassmann, B. (2022). Viral Hepatitis E Outbreaks in Refugees and Internally Displaced Populations, sub-Saharan Africa, 2010–2020. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 28(5), 1074–1076. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2805.212546

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