Hepatitis C Virus in Children: Trying to Overcome the Domestic and Global Challenges of Cases and Cost

J Pediatric Infect Dis Soc. 2021 Mar 26;10(2):71-74. doi: 10.1093/jpids/piz069.

Abstract

Over the last decade, Hepatitis C virus has persisted and evolved as a domestic and global health challenge for adults and children. The challenges involve both increased cases in the United States and cost of treatment both in the US and globally.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Child
  • Hepacivirus*
  • Hepatitis C* / drug therapy
  • Hepatitis C* / epidemiology
  • Humans
  • United States / epidemiology