For many years superinfection was thought to occur mainly in high-risk populations.
Such studies should become more feasible with the increasing availability of endoscopy in high-risk populations.
"We're talking about a high-risk population similar to New York City," he said.
In high-risk populations, secondary prevention measures linked to screening programs have been instituted.
The curriculum addresses critical health issues, including those of high-risk, urban and underserved populations.
This effort will serve a high-risk population in a community setting.
Targeted mass treatment of high-risk populations has not been demonstrated to be effective and is not recommended.
The importance of screening for diabetes and kidney disease amongst high-risk populations is becoming very high.
The program also funds training, technical assistance and demonstration projects designed to slow the spread of the epidemic in high-risk populations.
India's high-risk population is not only enormous but also highly mobile and difficult to reach.