Assessment of viral hepatitis in Kosovo (2019)

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All references to Kosovo in this document should be understood to be in the context of United Nations Security Council resolution 1244 (1999)

The first assessment of viral hepatitis in Kosovo took place in Pristina and Prizren, from 25 to 28 of March 2019. The objective of this mission was to:

  • evaluate the existing structures for prevention, diagnosis, staging, treatment, continuum of care and control of viral hepatitis in the area;
  • interview key stakeholders and collect reports from public health authorities and local facilities; and
  • conduct situation analysis to provide recommendations for developing a strategic plan.

The mission also aimed to identify opportunities for expansion of linkages and synergies between the HIV and hepatitis C responses. The mission comprised experts from the Joint Tuberculosis, HIV and Viral Hepatitis Programme (WHO Regional Office for Europe); the Community Development Fund; the Robert Koch Institute and the WHO Office, Pristina.