A Study to Understand the Reasons for Early Treatment Discontinuation among People Living with Hepatitis C in Punjab, India

This study has revealed that there is a strong need to improve counseling for HCV in Punjab, given that many participants did not understand the importance of completing HCV treatment despite the resolution of symptoms and feeling well. Interventions such as refresher trainings and enhanced counseling materials, better support of patient transfers across facilities, and multimonth dispensations may help to improve retention in care.