Sharing updates of our efforts to eliminate hepatitis C (HCV) in Virginia.

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NEW HCV TEST!

On June 27th the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted marketing authorization to Cepheid for the Xpert HCV test and GeneXpert Xpress System, the first hepatitis C virus (HCV) test that can be used to detect HCV RNA through fingerstick. This new test brings us closer to same day test to treatment.

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RELINK PROJECT

VA HEPC received a grant from CDAF ReLink to link diagnosed but untreated HCV patients to care. This grant allows for In-Reach into the Sentara system. Patients with HCV diagnosis have been identified and we are developing a system to link those patients to treatment. This grant allows us to implement a sustainable process to ensure all diagnosed patients are linked to treatment in the future.

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VA HEPC IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL TRAINING CONFERENCE OCTOBER 4, 2024

Join us in Charlottesville, Virginia for a full day of learning and networking with others who care about treating people with HCV. This training is for clinicians and support staff, and past participants are encouraged to attend.

We will not have a Community of Practice in August. Enjoy your summer! We will meet again on September 19th, see you then!