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USPSTF makes significant change to Hep C screening recommendation

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Routine screening for hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection isn’t just for baby boomers anymore, according to the US Preventive Services Task Force. In this month’s audiocast, Dr. Campos-Outcalt describes why screening was expanded and the 2 other infections you’ll want to remember to screen for, as well.


 

References

  1. Hepatitis C questions and answers for health professionals. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site. www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/hcv/hcvfaq.htm#section1. Updated April 9, 2020. Accessed April 17, 2020.
  2. Surveillance for Viral Hepatitis–United States, 2017. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site. www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/statistics/2017surveillance/index.htm. Updated November 14, 2019. Accessed April 17, 2020.
  3. Hepatitis C virus infection in adolescents and adults: screening. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Web site. Published March 2, 2020. Accessed April 17, 2020.

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