In conjunction with World Hepatitis Day, observed annually on July 28, the Ministry of Health announced significant progress in early detection and treatment, having conducted more than 19 million hepatitis-C screenings since 2018 and achieving a 95% recovery rate through modern antiviral therapies.

The ministry highlighted that comprehensive prevention efforts and expanded healthcare access align with the Health Sector Transformation Program under Saudi Vision 2030, supporting the goal of building a vibrant society with sustainable health outcomes.

Data revealed that the chronic hepatitis?B infection rate has declined to 1.6% among adults, with no new pediatric cases reported under age five. In 2025 alone, more than 1,188,000 screenings have been conducted.