Seroprevalence and associated factors of Hepatitis B virus among diabetic adult patients attending at Haramaya General Hospital, Eastern Ethiopia

This study found an intermediate prevalence of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection among people with diabetes. Multiple sexual partners were strongly associated with an increased likelihood of HBV infection. Based on these findings, it is recommended to implement routine HBsAg screening for diabetic patients during regular medical visits to enable earlier detection and timely treatment. The government also should increase vaccination coverage for diabetic patients. Healthcare facilities, regional authorities, and experts should also teach diabetes patients about hepatitis B transmission routes and prevention strategies, with an emphasis on modifiable variables.