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.
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
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Hepatitis B and C Among Prison Inmates in Nigeria: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
A study synthesized evidence on the prevalence of HBV and HCV, risk factors, and regional disparities within Nigerian correctional facilities. 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.
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
Is 4 Weeks of Glecaprevir/Pibrentasvir Sufficient to Treat Early Hepatitis C Infection?
A 4-week course of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir achieved sustained virologic response in 84% of patients with early HCV infection in the PURGE-C trial, suggesting potential for shorter, more accessible treatment regimens pending further validation. 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.
A Decentralized Point of Service Triple Prevention and Treatment Model for Hepatitis B, C and HIV in PWID in South Africa
The model demonstrated a feasible approach to improve access for PWID in South Africa to viral hepatitis and HIV care. More
Facilitated Telemedicine Boosts Long-Term Recovery for Patients with HCV and OUD, with Andrew Talal, MD
Integrating facilitated telemedicine into opioid treatment programs led to sustained virological response, improved patient satisfaction, and long-term health gains 5 years post-cure. More
