WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE
HEALTHCARE RESEARCH

Ansam Hussein Muhei Al-Agele*, Saeb Jasim Al-Shuwaili, Husam Rehan Fadhil and
Heba Baqer Abdulrazzaq AL-Haddad

ABSTRACT

Background: Hepatitis B infection is a highly consequential liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus and is a substantial worldwide health concern. Nurses and midwives have a greater probability of developing hepatitis B. Effective prevention of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) necessitates a thorough understanding, appropriate mindset, and proper implementation of measures related to Hepatitis B infection and immunization. Methodology: This is a cross sectional study that included 350 participants and was conducted in Baghdad/Iraq. A questionnaire based interview was employed as the data collection method that consisted of distinctive parts evaluating each of knowledge, attitude, and practice. Results: Among the study participants, only 126 (36%) had good knowledge, 136 (38.9%) had favorable attitude, and 108 (30.9%) had good practice. Educational levels was found to be the only factor significantly associated with awareness. Conclusion: This study in Iraq highlights a concerning lack of hepatitis B awareness among nurses and midwives. Notably, the educational level emerged as the strongest predictor of awareness, suggesting a potential gap in training or education for nurses. These findings underscore the critical need for targeted hepatitis B awareness campaigns within the Iraqi healthcare system to enhance primary prevention efforts and protect nurses and midwives who are in critical contact with patients.