Publication Name	World Journal of Hepatology
Manuscript ID	95316
Country	United States

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Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Minireviews
Article Title	Bridging the gap: Addressing disparities in hepatitis C screening, access to care, and treatment outcomes
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Maram Alenzi and Mohammad Almeqdadi
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Corresponding Author	Mohammad Almeqdadi, FAASLD, MD, Academic Research, Assistant Professor, Staff Physician, Department of Transplant and Hepatobiliary Disease, Tufts Medical Center, 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111, United States. Mohammad.almeqdadi@tufts.edu
Key Words	Hepatitis C virus disparities; Access to care; Health equity; Healthcare policy; Patient education
Core Tip	Racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare have been well-documented in numerous conditions, including hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Despite guidelines recommending universal screening in specific age groups and populations, racial and ethnic minorities have lesser chances of being screened, accessing treatment, and achieving sustained virologic responses. These disparities are a reflection of broader systemic issues within healthcare systems that must be recognized and reconciled. This review aims to explore these disparities in-depth, assess the factors contributing to them, and examine the existing policies and potential interventions that may alleviate the obstacles faced by underserved populations. By doing so, it intends to shed light on potential paths forward to achieve equity in HCV care and treatment outcomes, ultimately contributing to the global goal of HCV eradication.
Publish Date	2024-08-21 23:22
Citation	<p>Alenzi M, Almeqdadi M. Bridging the gap: Addressing disparities in hepatitis C screening, access to care, and treatment outcomes. <i>World J Hepatol</i> 2024; 16(8): 1091-1098</p>
URL	https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-5182/full/v16/i8/1091.htm
DOI	https://dx.doi.org/10.4254/wjh.v16.i8.1091

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