ASHM, engaged by the World Health Organisation, carried out scoping of HBV and HCV services in Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands and Kiribati and provided recommendations for strengthening of services. ASHM supported the inclusion of viral hepatitis B treatment on essential medicine lists in Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. The project included the development of HBV and HCV Testing and Treatment National Guidelines for Solomon Islands and Vanuatu and updating of Fiji National Hepatitis B Guidelines.
Acknowledgement of partners and donors : The World Health Organisation Western Pacific Office. WHO Collaborating Centre or Viral Hepatitis, VIDRL, Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity.