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Opinion: England and other nations are on the path toward eliminating hepatitis C. Why not the U.S.?

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What happened

Eliminating hepatitis C is achievable — if the U.S. seriously invests in it, experts write.

Key facts

  • Reported by STAT and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:30:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Outbreaks, approvals and guidance changes have direct practical consequences for care, travel and public-health planning.

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  • Case numbers and official guidance updates
  • Regulatory decisions in other countries
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