The Hepatitis C Program Manager is responsible for the implementation, management, and administration of an AIDS Institute–funded Hepatitis C treatment program.
General News
In 2020, the USPSTF and the CDC recommended universal screening for Hep C during each pregnancy. Children who have been exposed to Hep C perinatally should be tested.
Position: Hepatitis C Care Coordinator Start Date- May 3, 2021 Application Deadline- April 12, 2021 Salary- Starting salary $50,000 *Must be able to travel to multiple clinics in various locations in New York City throughout the week. This is a full-time position with benefits. D...
New York State has expanded COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to people with certain medical conditions, which includes liver disease (such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, cirrhosis or other liver disease).
The NYC Department of Health has noted a recent increase in reports of hepatitis A among people who use drugs, are homeless or unstably housed, or are in methadone programs in NYC. Hep A can lead to severe illness and death, particularly in people with underlying health condition...
Organizations wishing to receive City Council funding in FY 2022 must complete Discretionary Funding application by February 19, 2021.
NYS Medicaid FFS removed prior authorizations for first time direct acting antivirals (DAAs) treatment of Hep C infection and for re-treatment within one year for any reason.
The Hepatitis A, B and C in NYC: 2019 Annual Report provides the latest surveillance and programmatic data on viral hepatitis in NYC.
The NYS Viral Hepatitis Strategic Plan outlines a coordinated, comprehensive, and systematic approach that will decrease the incidence and reduce the morbidity and mortality of viral hepatitis.
The new CDC algorithm for testing and treating pregnant women for hepatitis B The PHBPP Perinatal Algorithm has been finalized and is now posted on the Division of Viral Hepatitis webpage. The link is below: https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/hbv/perinatalxmtn.htm Here you will find...
