Hepatitis C Transmission Risk Variables Collected for Mecklenburg County, NC, Census Tracts Used to Identify Populations at Risk for Hepatitis C Infection
| Variable Name | Definition and Source |
|---|---|
| Percent Caucasian population | Caucasian population divided by total population* |
| Percent of population born 1945–1965 | Population born between 1945 and 1965 divided by total population* |
| Prevalence of drug use | Number of patients who indicate they currently or previously used drugs divided by population† |
| Prevalence of hepatitis C infection | Number of patients who have been diagnosed with hepatitis C divided by the total number of patients† |