Hepatitis C: The Silent Killer We Can Now Cure

Hepatitis C, a viral liver disease, is now curable, yet it tragically results in hundreds of thousands of deaths each year globally. This persistent crisis stems from many individuals being diagnosed only after significant liver damage has occurred.

In India, the National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme is actively working to enhance diagnosis and provide free treatment through public health facilities. This initiative aims to combat the disease's silent progression.

Modern direct-acting antiviral medicines offer a cure for over 95% of Hepatitis C infections, typically within 12 to 24 weeks. Experts consider the elimination of Hepatitis C a realistic public health goal, contingent upon improved access to screening and treatment.