2021 Viral Hepatitis Elimination Session: Are We Any Closer?

The hepatology community can contribute to the WHO goals of viral hepatitis elimination. Many countries, including the U.S., appear not to be on track to meet elimination targets by 2030. However, the US and other countries are taking steps to eliminate hepatitis.  Sharing lessons learned, including those resulting from the response to COVID-19, builds capacity for advancing progress toward hepatitis elimination. Understanding the unique successes and challenges in diagnosis, linkage to care and treatment for hepatitis B versus hepatitis C is important.