Awareness
People Who Use Drugs
HCV Epidemiology
An overview of hepatitis C epidemiology and the need to simplify the treatment cascade to improve patient care
Overview of HCV Care in People Who Inject Drugs
Recommendations for screening and treatment of HCV infection in people who inject drugs
Awareness of HCV Within the People Who Inject Drugs Community
People who inject drugs are often unaware of available treatment options
Stigma and HCV: A Barrier to Seeking Help
The stigma surrounding HCV is a major barrier to accessing HCV treatment
Stigma and HCV: Treatment Without Discrimination
Healthcare providers can reduce stigma and discrimination by showing compassion and practicing without judgment
The Impact of Cure Beyond Clinical Outcomes
Being cured from HCV may positively impact self-perceived mental health, physical well-being, and relationships with others
Advice to Other Patients With HCV Infection
Helpful advice from patients with a history of drug use
HCV Care for People Who Inject Drugs: Anne Ovrehus
An infectious disease physician provides testimony about their experience working in an opioid substitution therapy clinic
HCV Outreach in Addiction Medicine: Lorna Harrison
A clinical nurse specialist describes the importance of finding new ways to engage vulnerable patients in HCV care
CDC: HCV and Injection Drug Use
Injection drug use can be a risk factor for contracting HCV
NASTAD: Community Navigation Model and Toolkit
A toolkit consisting of program protocols, data collection tools, and patient education materials
CDC: People Who Inject Drugs and Viral Hepatitis
Information on people who use drugs and viral hepatitis, including CDC guidelines on screening, treatment, and resources
ASAM: American Society of Addiction Medicine
Resources and support for addiction medicine professionals, including education, advocacy, and clinical practice guidelines
AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines on People Who Inject Drugs
Recommendations for HCV screening, treatment, and reinfection among people who inject drugs
HCV Prevalence and Risk Factors: Anthony Martinez and Tipu Khan
Incidence of HCV infection and transmission among people who use drugs and other groups at risk
SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA leads US public health efforts to improve behavioral health and the lives of individuals with mental and substance use disorders
