Analysis reveals under 10% initiate hepatitis C treatment in pregnant individuals, suggesting improved care is necessary.
Despite diagnosis, <10% initiated treatment within 5 years of RNA positivity and multiple pregnancies occurred before treatment, resulting in repeated exposures. Additional efforts will be required to ensure linkage-to-care and treatment either during pregnancy or postpartum.
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