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Table 5 Number of participants’ frequently asked questions about CMV during Phase 2 and 3 focus groups

From: Using theory-based messages to motivate U.S. pregnant women to prevent cytomegalovirus infection: results from formative research

How is CMV spread?

42

How does CMV work/ cause disabilities?

25

Can my toddler, spouse, or I get tested for CMV infection?

22

Do doctors check newborns for CMV-related effects/ symptoms?

13

Is there a vaccine (or other form of prevention)?

9

How do I know my child is infected?

9

What are the statistics (e.g., prevalence)?

9

Is there a treatment or cure?

7

Is CMV something new?

7

How old are the young children who typically spread CMV?

7

Other

15

TOTAL

165