NHS testing initiative to eliminate hepatitis C in England by 2025
Thousands of people who are unknowingly living with hepatitis C in England could be identified and treated due to an expanded NHS testing initiative.
The initiative includes new liver scanning and portable testing units to be rolled out in communities where people may be at a higher risk of contracting the infection.
Also included in the initiative are testing events happening at GP surgeries and community outreach at drug and alcohol support services.
Source: Guardian 8 April 2024