Hepatitis B Seroprevalence in the Pediatric and Adolescent Population of Florence (Italy): An Update 27 Years after the Implementation of Universal Vaccination

Hepatitis B Seroprevalence in the Pediatric and Adolescent Population of Florence (Italy): An Update 27 Years after the Implementation of Universal Vaccination

Background: Hepatitis B still represents a health concern, although safe and effective vaccines have been available since 1982. Italy introduced a program of universal vaccination against hepatitis B in 1991. The aim of this study was to assess the immunity levels towards hepatitis B in a sample of...

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Main Authors: Beatrice Zanella, Angela Bechini, Sara Boccalini, Gino Sartor, Emilia Tiscione, Working Group DHS, Working Group AOUMeyer, Working Group AUSLTC, Paolo Bonanni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Vaccines
Subjects:
hepatitis B
vaccination
seroprevalence
ELISA test
Italy
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-393X/8/2/156

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