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.
Marked Reduction in HIV/HCV Coinfections in Iceland Following the TraP HepC Nationwide Hepatitis C Elimination Program
A study assessed the impact of TraP HepC on the epidemiology of HIV/HCV coinfection, the cascade of care, and HCV reinfection rates among coinfected individuals. More
Hepatitis C Virus: Nanoparticle Vaccine Approach Takes on a New Target
Scientists reengineer critical proteins on the surface of HCV, paving the way for a new vaccine design. 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.
Jails Could Cut Hepatitis C Infections Nearly in Half with Testing and Treatment
Jail-based HCV interventions, especially those offering treatment, significantly enhance HCV elimination in people who inject drugs — and are a cost-effective public health strategy. More
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
