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ArticlePrimary health care research & development2024

Primary healthcare as a strategy for eliminating hepatitis C: the METRIC toolkit.

Ricardo Baptista-Leite, Henrique Lopes, Diogo Franco, Timo Clemens, Helmut Brand

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Ricardo Baptista-LeiteNOVA Center for Global Health - NOVA Information Management School (NOVA IMS), Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-3503-8733
Henrique LopesNOVA Center for Global Health - NOVA Information Management School (NOVA IMS), Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.ORCID 0000-0002-7586-401X
Diogo FrancoNOVA Center for Global Health - NOVA Information Management School (NOVA IMS), Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.
Timo ClemensDepartment of International Health, Care and Public Health Research Institute - CAPHRI, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.ORCID 0000-0002-6820-2202
Helmut BrandDepartment of International Health, Care and Public Health Research Institute - CAPHRI, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands.ORCID 0000-0002-2755-0673

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aimThis paper presents the development of the METRIC toolkit, aimed at enhancing primary healthcare interventions in the context of hepatitis C control, thus contributing to the World Health Organization's global strategy to achieve the elimination of the disease by 2030.

backgroundAt the global level, most people living with hepatitis C are unaware of their condition. As such, the eradication of hepatitis C necessitates comprehensive strategies within primary healthcare settings, as it provides an opportunity to reach the general population, facilitates the identification of potential patients who may be unfamiliar with hepatitis C, and guides them toward adequate care. Herein, we propose the METRIC toolkit as a means to optimize the efficiency and efficacy of healthcare services dedicated to hepatitis C control.

methodsThe development of the METRIC toolkit was guided by a thorough review of pertinent literature, focusing on primary healthcare interventions in hepatitis C control. Key components were identified, encompassing systematic problem identification, solution formulation, outcome evaluation, and feedback integration.

findingsThe METRIC toolkit represents a valuable resource for strengthening primary healthcare interventions in hepatitis C control. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making, this framework holds promise in advancing the global agenda towards hepatitis C elimination. However, its successful application requires careful consideration of contextual factors and ongoing adaptation to local needs and circumstances.

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Hepatitis CPrimary Health CareDisease EradicationGlobal HealthHumansWorld Health Organizationgeneral practitionershepatitis Chepatitis C eliminationprimary healthcare

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