What question did this study set out to answer?

To evaluate the prevalence of HCV infection among newly incarcerated individuals in Norwegian prisons.

February 6, 2026Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology0 citations

Hepatitis C infection among people incarcerated in Norwegian prisons

JHJ. HaugeAbbVie (United States)KKK. B. KiellandNational Institute of Mental Health EOEirik OpheimUniversity of Oslo

Key Points

To evaluate the prevalence of HCV infection among newly incarcerated individuals in Norwegian prisons.
Conducted rapid testing for HCV upon incarceration.
Analyzed the prevalence of HCV infections among inmates.
Assessed the need for HCV treatment in correctional facilities.
10% of newly incarcerated individuals tested positive for HCV infection.
Highlighting a significant health issue within the prison population.
Recommendations for the availability of rapid testing and treatment in all prisons.

Abstract

One in ten newly incarcerated persons in Norwegian prisons had current HCV infection. Rapid testing and HCV treatment should be readily available in all prisons.

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