Assessing feasibility of a modified same-day test-and-treat model for hepatitis C among rural people who inject drugs

Original research
by
Radzi Abu Hassan, Muhammad et al

Release Date

2023

Geography

Malaysia

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

Yes

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Yes

Peer Reviewed

Yes

Objective

The current study aimed to assess the feasibility of a modified same-day test-and-treat model in improving hepatitis C virus (HCV) care for people who inject drugs (PWID) living in resource-constrained rural areas.

Findings/Key points

The modified same-day test-and-treat model is feasible in improving HCV care for rural PWID. The study finding suggests its potential for wider adoption in HCV care for hard-to-reach populations

Design/methods

A pilot study was conducted with 199 anti-HCV-positive PWID in four primary healthcare (PHC) centers in Malaysia.

Keywords

About PWUD
Rural/remote
Wrap-around services