Gastroenterology -Therapeutics & Hepatology

Global Strategies for Hepatitis C Eradication

Global Strategies for Hepatitis C Eradication is a critical subject that addresses the worldwide efforts to eliminate hepatitis C as a public health threat. This interdisciplinary domain explores comprehensive strategies and initiatives implemented by various countries and international organizations to combat the hepatitis C virus (HCV) on a global scale. The subject emphasizes the importance of expanding access to screening, testing, and treatment to diagnose and cure HCV-infected individuals, particularly in vulnerable populations. Moreover, it discusses the use of direct-acting antiviral medications and the role of innovative treatment models, such as task-shifting and community-based interventions, in reaching treatment targets. Additionally, the conference highlights the significance of preventive measures, harm reduction strategies, and needle exchange programs to prevent new HCV infections. By convening leading hepatologists, policymakers, and global health experts, the conference on Global Strategies for Hepatitis C Eradication fosters interdisciplinary discussions and knowledge exchange. This subject aims to accelerate progress in HCV elimination, reduce disease burden, and achieve the ambitious goal of a hepatitis C-free world.