A new report from the UK Health Security Agency published on 2 April 2026 shows a significant decline in chronic hepatitis C cases in England. Estimated 50,200 adults were living with the virus in 2024, down 61.1% from 129,000 in 2015. The fall is attributed to expanded testing and widespread access to curative direct‑acting antiviral treatment. In 2024, 5.2% of people who inject drugs had hepatitis C, compared with 28.6% in 2015. The agency’s head of the hepatitis section said progress toward elimination is clear but ongoing testing and harm‑reduction services remain essential. Testing is free through GPs, clinics, or at home, and the Hepatitis C Trust offers a risk quiz.
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