What is the current state of research regarding a cure for hepatitis C?

Research regarding a cure for hepatitis C has made significant progress in recent years ¹. The development of direct-acting antiviral medicines (DAAs) has been a major breakthrough, offering a cure for over 95% of persons with hepatitis C infection ¹. These medicines are effective against all genotypes of the hepatitis C virus and can be taken for 8-12 weeks ¹. DAAs have fewer side effects and are more effective than older treatments, making them a game-changer in the fight against hepatitis C ¹.