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Study: new US vaccination recommendations for hepatitis B put young adults at risk

A new study in the United States shows how much young adults are exposed to the risk of hepatitis B virus infection from other close contacts. The research is linked to new hepatitis B vaccination recommendations in effect in the US.

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Study: new US vaccination recommendations for hepatitis B put young adults at risk
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A new study in the United States shows how much young adults are exposed to the risk of hepatitis B virus infection from other close contacts. According to the research, this risk is linked to new hepatitis B vaccination recommendations currently in effect in the US.

The source does not specify which recommendations are meant, who conducted the study or what conclusions the authors drew. This information is not included in the material.

Hepatitis B is a viral disease of the liver. Vaccination is considered one of the main ways to protect against infection.

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