Prisons
14 articles
Feasibility of a Prison-Based Test-And-Treat Model for Enhancing Hepatitis C Care in Malaysia
The new prison-based test-and-treat model for HCV infection demonstrates promising feasibility, as indicated by high screening coverage and successful implementation across the HCV care cascade using existing resources. More
Impact and Cost-Effectiveness of Scaling up HCV Testing and Treatment Strategies for Achieving HCV Elimination Among People Who Inject Drugs in England: A Mathematical Modelling Study
England aims to reach the WHO elimination target of decreasing HCV incidence among PWID to <2/100pyrs by 2030. A study assessed what testing and treatment strategies will achieve this target and whether they are cost-effective. More
Feasibility of Implementing Viral Hepatitis Services Into a Correctional Service Facility in Cape Town, South Africa
A study assessed prevalence of HBV infection and HCV infection among people accessing HIV services and examined the feasibility of viral hepatitis service integration in a South African correctional centre. More
Implications of the Fragility of Opioid Agonist Treatment Continuity on Hepatitis C Re-Exposure Concerns Among People in Prison: A Qualitative Study
A study explored people’s experiences and utilisation of opioid agonist treatment as a risk reduction strategy while incarcerated. More
