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AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines for Monitoring HCV Patients
Monitoring patients who are starting HCV treatment, are on treatment, or have completed therapy
AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines on HCV in Pregnancy
Recommendations for screening and monitoring women infected with HCV during pregnancy
AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines on HCV Testing and Linkage to Care
Recommendations for initial HCV testing, follow-up, patient counseling, and linkage to care
AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines on Incarcerated Populations
HCV testing and treatment in correctional settings
AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines on Men Who Have Sex With Men
Guidelines for HCV screening, treatment, and reinfection among men who have sex with men
AASLD/IDSA: Guidelines on People Who Inject Drugs
Recommendations for HCV screening, treatment, and reinfection among people who inject drugs
AASLD/IDSA: Simplified HCV Treatment Guidelines
Eligibility, recommended therapies, and monitoring steps for effective HCV treatment in adults new to therapy
Advice to Other Patients With HCV Infection
Helpful advice from patients with a history of drug use
American Liver Foundation
Discover current news and information on a variety of liver-related topics helping patients, friends, and families affected by liver disease
Anatomy of the Liver
Animation and handout on the structure and function of the liver
APRI: Aspartate Aminotransferase to Platelet Ratio Index
An online calculator for assessing liver fibrosis and cirrhosis
ASAM: American Society of Addiction Medicine
Resources and support for addiction medicine professionals, including education, advocacy, and clinical practice guidelines
Assessing Liver Damage Caused by HCV Infection: Common Laboratory Tests
Assessments to be conducted within 6 months prior to starting HCV treatment
AUDIT-C: Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
An online calculator to screen for risky drinking behavior and potential alcohol use disorders
Awareness of HCV Within the People Who Inject Drugs Community
People who inject drugs are often unaware of available treatment options
CAGE Alcohol Questionnaire
A brief screening tool used to identify potential alcohol use disorders
CDC: Clinical Overview of Hepatitis C
Discover essential information about hepatitis C, including its transmission, prevention, and effective treatment options
CDC: Clinical Screening and Diagnosis for HCV
Screening, recommended tests, and interpretations of results
CDC: Division of Viral Hepatitis-2025 Strategic Plan
Objectives and strategies to achieve targets related to viral hepatitis prevention and management by 2025
CDC: HCV and Injection Drug Use
Injection drug use can be a risk factor for contracting HCV
CDC: HCV Public Resources
Read and download these fact sheets, posters, and educational materials on prevention, symptoms, and treatment
CDC: HCV Testing Fact Sheet
What to expect when getting tested
CDC: Hepatitis B Overview
Learn more about hepatitis B, including symptoms, spread, prevention, vaccination, and treatment
CDC: Hepatitis C Education Fact Sheet
What is hepatitis C, how it spreads, and how it can be prevented
CDC: Hepatitis C Overview
Learn the basics about hepatitis C, including its transmission, symptoms, testing, prevention, and treatment options
CDC: Men Who Have Sex With Men and Viral Hepatitis
Recommendations for men who have sex with men include vaccination and testing against viral hepatitis
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
CDC: Recommendations for HCV Screening
In 2020, CDC recommended HCV testing for all adults, pregnant people, and people with risk factors
CDC: Sexual Transmission of Viral Hepatitis
Vaccination and testing for viral hepatitis are important for sexually active adults
CDC: Syringe Services Programs
A resource for assessing the need for Syringe Services Programs in a state, local, tribal, or territorial health department
CDC: Testing Sequence Flow Chart
Recommended testing sequence for identifying current HCV infection
CDC: Viral Hepatitis Among People Experiencing Homelessness
Homelessness impacts both physical and mental health, making it difficult to access health care
CDC: Viral Hepatitis Among People With HIV
People with HIV are at higher risk for complications and death from viral hepatitis infections
CDC: Viral Hepatitis Information for Gay and Bisexual Men
Gay and bisexual men are at increased risk for viral hepatitis and should take precautions to reduce their risk
CrCl: Creatinine Clearance
A test to estimate how effectively the kidneys filter creatinine from the blood
CTP: Child-Turcotte-Pugh
An online calculator to estimate the severity of cirrhosis
Emory Center for the Health of Incarcerated Persons
HCV prevalence is high among incarcerated individuals, highlighting the need for targeted efforts in correctional facilities
Extrahepatic Manifestations in HCV Infection
An overview on extrahepatic manifestations among patients with HCV with an emphasis on people who use drugs
FIB-4: Fibrosis-4 Index
An online calculator to estimate the risk of advanced liver disease
Fibrosis and Cirrhosis of the Liver
A summary of the causes of fibrosis, how it occurs, the different stages, and what cirrhosis is
Find a Syringe Exchange Program
Find harm reduction resources near you
Folleto para Pacientes con VHC
(HCV Patient Brochure)
Material centrado en el paciente que incluye detalles básicos sobre las causas, síntomas, características de la enfermedad, tratamiento y reinfección del VHC
(Patient-focused material containing basic details on causes, symptoms, disease characteristics, treatment, and reinfection of HCV)
GFR: Glomerular Filtration Rate
A tool to estimate overall kidney health
Glasgow Coma Scale
A neurological tool to assess a person’s level of consciousness after a head injury or other medical conditions affecting the brain
Guía de Evaluación Posterior al Tratamiento
(Posttreatment Follow-Up Guide)
Orientaciones sobre el seguimiento para pacientes que han sido tratados por infección por VHC, según el éxito del tratamiento
(Guidance on follow-up for patients who have been treated for HCV infection, based on treatment success)
Guía de Evaluación Previa al Tratamiento
(Pretreatment Assessment Guide)
Guía de AASLD/IDSA sobre el screening, diagnóstico, tratamiento y manejo del VHC (AASLD/IDSA guidance on HCV screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management)
Guía Para el Seguimiento Durante el Tratamiento
(On-Treatment Monitoring Guide)
Guía de la AASLD/IDSA para el monitoreo de pacientes con diabetes o en anticoagulantes (AASLD/IDSA guidance for monitoring patients with diabetes or on anticoagulants)
HCV Basics for People Who Use Drugs
Explanation of the basics of hepatitis C transmission for people who use drugs
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 Diagnosis and Assessments: Anthony Martinez and Tipu Khan
Learn about pretreatment assessments, liver fibrosis progression, and liver damage evaluation
HCV Epidemiology
An overview of hepatitis C epidemiology and the need to simplify the treatment cascade to improve patient care
HCV Landscape
An overview of changes in patients with HCV and treatments, emphasizing the role of nonspecialists in care
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
HCV Patient Brochure
Patient-focused material containing basic details on causes, symptoms, disease characteristics, treatment, and reinfection of HCV
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
HCV Reinfection Rates in People Who Inject Drugs
Information on HCV reinfection rates and risk reduction strategies for people who inject drugs
HCV Screening and Diagnosis: Anthony Martinez and Tipu Khan
Discover who should be tested for HCV and the CDC recommendations for HCV diagnosis
HCV Screening for Infants and Children
An overview of the guidelines for the screening and diagnosis of infants and children with hepatitis C
HCV Screening Guide
An overview of the AASLD/IDSA guidelines for the screening and diagnosis of patients with hepatitis C
HCV Treatment and Posttreatment Assessments: Anthony Martinez and Tipu Khan
Learn about simplified HCV treatment and follow-up strategies after end of treatment
Hepatitis B Reactivation Guide
HBV reactivation causes, complications, assessments, and treatment considerations for patients with HCV/HBV coinfection
HHS: Viral Hepatitis National Strategic Plan for the United States (2021–2025)
Prevention, improved health outcomes, and reduced disparities to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030
Identifying and Managing Patients With Cirrhosis
The differences between compensated and decompensated cirrhosis, how to measure the severity, and AASLD/IDSA guidelines
Identifying and Managing Patients Without Cirrhosis
The degree of hepatic fibrosis is key to determining the initial and follow-up management of patients
INHSU: Guidelines for HCV Care in Prison
Recommendations for prevention, testing, and treatment in correctional facilities
Liver Damage Assessments to Identify Patients for Simplified HCV Treatment
Noninvasive techniques that can be used to assess liver damage
MELD: Model for End-Stage Liver Disease
An online calculator to predict the likelihood of survival for patients >12 years with advanced liver disease
NASEN: Find a Needle Exchange Program
A tool to locate local Needle Exchange Programs
NASTAD: Community Navigation Model and Toolkit
A toolkit consisting of program protocols, data collection tools, and patient education materials
On-Treatment Monitoring Guide
AASLD/IDSA guidance for monitoring patients with diabetes or on anticoagulants
Overview of HCV Care in People Who Inject Drugs
Recommendations for screening and treatment of HCV infection in people who inject drugs
Posttreatment Follow-Up Guide
Guidance on follow-up for patients who have been treated for HCV infection, based on treatment success
Pretreatment Assessment Guide
AASLD/IDSA guidance on HCV screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management
Pretreatment Laboratory Assessments
AASLD/IDSA recommendations for pretreatment assessments following an HCV diagnosis
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
Specialty Pharmacy Brochure
Essential information on specialty pharmacies and how to collaborate with them effectively
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
Telemedicine: The “New Normal” for Managing HCV Care
A webinar with Dr. Tipu Khan on COVID-19's impact on HCV screening, diagnosis, care, and the role of telemedicine
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
USPSTF: HCV Infection in Adolescents and Adults
US Preventive Services Task Force recommendations for screening adults aged 19 to 79 years
WHO: Combating HBV and HCV to Reach Elimination by 2030
Plans to increase prevention, testing, and treatment access to reduce new infections and mortality caused by HBV and HCV
