Priorities in planning person-centred hepatitis B and C testing services

Download or read book Priorities in planning person-centred hepatitis B and C testing services written by World Health Organization and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 2024-12-04 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This operational guide on viral hepatitis testing services provides support to countries in developing policies and practices that define a strategic mix of hepatitis B and C testing approaches, that are tailored to their unique situation and priorities, ensuring an impactful national response to the hepatitis epidemic. It introduces a five-step framework for planning person-centred hepatitis B and C testing approaches, emphasizing a strategic mix of testing approaches, mobilization and demand creation, and streamlined linkage to care. It highlights as well the importance of community leadership, health systems integration and quality assurance.