HCV Statistics

The 2023 Viral Hepatitis Surveillance Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers a comprehensive overview of hepatitis A, B, and C trends in the United States. This report is crucial for informing public health strategies aimed at eliminating viral hepatitis nationwide.

In 2023, 49 states and the District of Columbia reported 1,648 hepatitis A cases, equating to an estimated 3,300 infections. There were 85 hepatitis A-related deaths reported during the year.

For hepatitis B, 47 states and the District of Columbia reported 2,214 acute cases, corresponding to 14,400 estimated infections. Additionally, 44 states and the District of Columbia reported 17,650 newly identified chronic hepatitis B cases. There were 1,769 hepatitis B-related deaths reported in 2023.

Regarding hepatitis C, 47 states and the District of Columbia reported 4,966 acute cases, amounting to an estimated 69,000 infections. Furthermore, 45 states and the District of Columbia reported 101,525 newly identified chronic hepatitis C cases. The year saw 11,194 hepatitis C-related deaths.

These surveillance efforts are vital for tracking disease patterns, identifying high-risk populations, and guiding prevention and treatment initiatives to combat viral hepatitis across the country.