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Hepatitis poses a serious health risk in hemodialysis units due to the invasive nature of procedures and frequent blood exposure. The disease can cause considerable challenges in infection control and patient safety. This study aimed to assess the adherence to hepatitis prevention protocols and their association with demographic variables among hemodialysis staff in teaching hospitals of South Khorasan. This descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study was conducted on 160 personnel working in hemodialysis units of South Khorasan teaching hospitals. Participants were selected through systematic random sampling. Data were collected using a researcher-developed, validated, and reliable questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 22, descriptive statistics indicators, and nonparametric tests (Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis) with a significance level of less than 0.05. The findings indicated a high mean score of adherence to hepatitis prevention protocols among personnel (118.06 ± 14.48). No statistically significant differences were observed based on age, gender, or education level. However, adherence levels were significantly associated with job experience and organizational role. The study concluded that the hemodialysis unit staff demonstrated a high level of adherence to hepatitis prevention protocols. This could be attributed to the implementation of strict infection control policies in these departments. Additionally, personnel working in specialized units like hemodialysis may have greater experience and competency compared to staff in general departments

Keywords: Hepatitis, Risk factors, Hemodialysis

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