Kamal reviews hepatitis C elimination efforts

ISLAMABAD, Oct 07 (APP): Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday held a meeting with renowned liver disease specialist Prof. Saeed Akhtar to review Pakistan’s hepatitis C situation and measures to strengthen diagnosis, treatment and disease elimination efforts.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed the current hepatitis C situation in the country, ongoing initiatives and future strategies for eliminating the disease.

They also exchanged views on timely diagnosis, effective treatment, expansion of screening coverage and promotion of public awareness to facilitate early detection and improve access to care.

The minister stressed the need for coordinated and effective measures to accelerate efforts for the elimination of hepatitis C in the country.

The meeting also explored further steps to strengthen the existing hepatitis C screening, diagnosis and treatment system.