Hepatitis C Epidemic Control and Prevention Act

This bill, introduced in 2003, aims to create a national strategy to combat the spread of the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) through increased federal coordination and local support. It would establish programs for public education, expand access to voluntary testing and counseling, and provide vaccinations for Hepatitis A and B to those already infected with Hepatitis C to prevent further liver complications. Additionally, the legislation would fund a national research network and a specialized advisory board to improve long-term medical treatments and track the prevalence of the disease across the country.