Hepatitis C Testing in the US Veterans Health Administration: Uptake of United States Preventive Services Taskforce Universal Hepatitis C Screening Guidance

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The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) successfully screened 75% of veterans aged 18–79 for Hepatitis C between 2021 and 2023.
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Among those screened, 5% tested positive for Hepatitis C antibodies, with over 95% receiving confirmatory testing.
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High prevalence groups for Hepatitis C included veterans with substance use disorders, mental health issues, and unstable housing.
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The VHA's comprehensive approach to Hepatitis C screening can serve as a model for other health systems.
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The study highlights the importance of population-based screening to identify and treat Hepatitis C effectively.

Open Forum Infectious Diseases

by Cara D Varley, Lauren A Beste, Elliott Lowy, Timothy R Morgan, David B Ross, Marissa M Maier
May 16, 2025

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