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WHO Egypt - Hepatitis C Elimination Campaign

Egypt, Middle East

Egypt's national campaign to eliminate Hepatitis C, one of the world's most successful mass screening and treatment programs. Combined mass media awareness with community screening drives, treating over 4 million people. Used behavior change communication to reduce stigma and encourage testing.

Behavior Goal

Increase Hepatitis C testing, treatment adherence, and reduce transmission behaviors

Implementers & Partners

  • Egypt Ministry of Health
  • WHO
  • Gilead Sciences

Donors & Sponsors

  • Government of Egypt
  • WHO
  • World Bank

Key Takeaways

  • 1Presidential leadership created national momentum
  • 2Free treatment removed major barrier to care
  • 3Mass screening events normalized testing
  • 4Community health workers reached rural populations

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