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Which of the following statements is not correct?
- A.Hepatitis B virus is transmitted much like HIV.
- B.Hepatitis B, unlike Hepatitis C, does not have a vaccine.
- C.Globally, the number of people infected with Hepatitis B and C viruses are several times more than those infected with HIV.
- D.Some of those infected with Hepatitis B and C viruses do not show the symptoms for many years.
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: B. Hepatitis B, unlike Hepatitis C, does not have a vaccine.
A vaccine is available for Hepatitis B, which is a critical preventive measure. While Hepatitis C is primarily transmitted through blood, and treatment options have improved significantly, an effective vaccine against it has not yet been widely developed. Both Hepatitis B and C are more prevalent globally than HIV, and chronic infections can remain asymptomatic for extended periods.
Source: UPSC gs1 2019