Details published on 6 September 2023

This article highlights the potential of utilizing HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) programs as a strategic approach to combat the hepatitis B virus (HBV). International organizations and patient groups are urging countries to include viral hepatitis services in their proposals to the Global Fund. The framework for funding allocation identifies key interventions, including PrEP and hepatitis B prevention, vaccination, screening, care, and treatment. The article emphasizes the need to integrate hepatitis B testing, viral load monitoring, and preventive vaccines within PrEP programs. By leveraging PrEP, high-risk populations can be screened, vaccinated, and linked to care, contributing to the elimination of hepatitis B by 2030.

Read article here: HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: A Gateway to Combatting Hepatitis B Virus