Learn
Educational materials that cover the basics of hepatitis C, prevention, testing, treatment, and care to use in trainings and advocacy discussions.
Prevention
Educational materials that cover preventative measures and harm reduction strategies to prevent the transmission of hepatitis C.
‘Systemic Failure’: Global Reviews Show Extent of Injecting Drug Use and Infectious Diseases in Prisons
One in nine people in prisons globally have a history of injecting drug use and their risk of HIV, viral hepatitis and TB is up to 45 times higher than in the general population. More
Hepatitis C Transmission and Progression Among People Who Have Injected Drugs in Singapore: Modelling Treatment for Eradication
A study assessed the impacts of diverse strategies on preventing HCV infections and HCV-related complications among current and former PWID inside and outside prison settings. More
Diagnostics
Educational materials that cover basics of hepatitis C testing and barriers to getting diagnosed.
New Hepatitis C Test Paves the Way for Same-Day Treatment
15-minute test provides results up to 75% faster than current rapid tests. More
Results of a Fast-Track HIV and Hepatitis C Screening Protocol in Barcelona, Spain
A study assessed the outcomes of a healthcare quality improvement project integrating routine opportunistic blood-borne virus screening and linkage to care in emergency services for high-risk patients. More
Treatment
Treatment literacy materials that cover the basics of hepatitis C treatment, research on efficacy in different key populations, and global treatment uptake.
Measurements for HCV Cure Could Be Done Earlier Among People Who Inject Drugs
Measurements taken for HCV cure at 4 weeks produced identical results for people who inject drugs as those taken at 12 weeks; Measurements taken at treatment completion also had high concordance. More
Hepatitis C Cure Can Be Assessed 4 Weeks After Treatment
Measuring HCV viral load at 4 weeks posttreatment predicts a cure as well as sustained virological response at 12 weeks. More
Care
Educational materials that provide data, models of care, and resources related to hepatitis C care. Focuses on the whole hepatitis C care continuum, including post-treatment care.
At-Risk Groups Falling Behind in Global Effort to Eliminate Hepatitis C
A systematic review and meta-analysis assesses and compares HCV care cascades in four key populations: people living with HIV, people who inject drugs, men who have sex with men, and incarcerated individuals. More
Mobile Telemedicine Improves Hepatitis C Treatment Uptake in Rural Areas
Integrating rapid diagnostics, low-barrier telemedicine, and harm-reduction support may improve hepatitis C outcomes for people who inject drugs in rural areas, highlighting the efficacy of mobile delivery systems over referral-based care. More
