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

Author(s)
Angel N Desai, Amir M Mohareb, Mubarak Mustafa Elkarsany, Hailemichael Desalegn, Lawrence C Madoff, Britta Lassmann
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Emerging Infectious Diseases
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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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