Resource Alert: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Updates Recommendations for Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Screening

The USPSTF has broadened its recommendations for HCV screening to include 1-time testing for all persons born between 1945 and 1965, stating that this population has the highest incidence of infection and that the testing carries a moderate benefit and low risk. The Task Force continues to recommend screening populations at high risk (e.g., those with injection drug use). 

The full statement is available for free in the Annals of Internal Medicine: http://annals.org/article.aspx?articleid=1700383