Hepatitis B Virus Elimination in the U.S.: Time to Dismantle Barriers and Implement Solutions

Abstract Purpose of Review The World Health Organization has set a target for the elimination hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection as public health threat by 2030, but U.S. is not currently on track. In this review, we describe specific barriers to HBV elimination, provide examples potential solutions, and offer recommendations how can reach goals. Recent Findings U.S., there are many eliminating B, worsened siloing healthcare services. recent years, have seen progress toward improving screening or adult vaccination, acute cases rise. Current policies, guidelines, hinder progress. Summary Simple policy guideline changes will allow us decentralize scale-up screening, care. Dismantling current be critical in