Webcast: Florida Viral Hepatitis Network: Hepatitis Elimination Series Part 2

In this educational webcast presented by the Florida Viral Hepatitis Network, Philip Styne, MD and Patrick Horne, NP discuss enhanced hepatitis C (HCV) treatment strategies and the critical role of expanding access to care in support of viral hepatitis elimination efforts. As part two of a three-part webinar series, this session explores the evolution of hepatitis C therapy, current treatment recommendations, and the public health impact of expanding access to care. Viewers will gain insight into the changing epidemiology of hepatitis C, including rising infection rates among younger adults and people who inject drugs, while also learning about barriers to treatment and practical solutions for improving patient access to curative therapies. The discussion highlights the effectiveness of direct-acting antiviral (DAA) treatments, statewide elimination initiatives, and the importance of engaging providers across primary care, addiction medicine, gastroenterology, hepatology, and other specialties to help achieve the World Health Organization’s hepatitis C elimination goals. This webcast is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to improve hepatitis C screening, treatment, and linkage-to-care efforts in clinical practice.