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The Supreme Court will hear a case on the repeal of the Affordable Care Act, marking the third time it has addressed Obamacare. This case, brought by officials from 20 states, mostly Democratic, challenges parts of the ACA as unconstitutional. A decision is expected in 2021, potentially impacting the 2020 elections. Additionally, health officials now recommend hepatitis C screening for all US adults aged 18 to 79 due to increased risk from the opioid crisis. This is the first expanded screening call since 2013, with 2.4 million Americans affected by hepatitis C.

What was the previous recommendation made by health officials regarding hepatitis C screening in 2013?

How many Americans are estimated to have hepatitis C, and what percentage of them are aware of their infection?