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SUMMARY:Free Hep B Screening (Korean Community Services)
DESCRIPTION:Free Hep B Screening\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026 | 11:00 – 3:00 PM\nBaba Makhan Shah Lubana Sikh Center\, 113-10 101st Ave\, South Richmond Hill\, NY 11419\nDescription:\nKorean Community Services (KCS) is providing free Hep B screenings. With just one simple blood test\, you can check for Hep B and antibody retention! For inquiries and appointments\, please call 888-243-1690 (Punjabi) or 718-791-2197 (English) \nView English flyer here \nView Punjabi flyer here
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/free-hep-b-screening-korean-community-services-12/
CATEGORIES:Hep B
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ORGANIZER;CN="Korean Community Services":MAILTO:kcshealth@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Hep B United Coalition Monthly Call
DESCRIPTION:Hep B United Coalition Monthly Call\nThursday\, July 9\, 2026 | 3 – 4 PM\nEmail Frank or Shreya to RSVP\nDescription:\nHep B Foundation\, in partnership with AAPCHO (Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations)\, created and co-chairs Hep B United\, a national coalition of 30+ member coalitions in 26 cities and 15 states\, that are working to address Hep B in their local communities. With our leadership\, Hep B United members are finding success in bringing together key stakeholders such as community-based organizations\, healthcare providers\, hospitals and clinics\, state and local health departments\, student groups\, and elected officials and community leaders to increase Hep B awareness\, screening\, vaccination and linkage to care in high-risk communities. \nTo learn more about Hep B United\, visit www.hepbunited.org. \nJoin Hep B United Monthly Coalition Call by emailing Frank Hood at frank.hood@hepb.org or Shreya at shreya.koirala@hepb.org.
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-b-united-coalition-monthly-call-17/
CATEGORIES:Hep B
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T140000
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SUMMARY:National CHIPO Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin the next National CHIPO Coalition Call\nMonday\, July 13 | 2 – 3 PM\nEmail Stella Dlamini if interested in joining!\nDescription:\nThe Coalition Against Hepatitis for People of African Origin (CHIPO) is a community coalition co-founded and led by the Hep B Foundation. It is comprised of organizations and individuals interested in addressing the high rates of Hep B infection among African communities around the world. CHIPO serves as a forum for sharing information and best practices and increasing national capacity to improve Hep B awareness\, testing\, vaccination and treatment among highly affected African communities. \nThe May CHIPO call features a presentation by Dr Olorunseun Ogunwobi\, who will discuss challenges and opportunities for tackling hepatitis B among African immigrants.
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/national-chipo-coalition-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NY
CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Hep B,Hep B Coalition Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CHIPO - Coalition Against Hepatitis for People of African Origin":MAILTO:Chari.Cohen@hepb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T193000
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SUMMARY:From Harm Reduction to Hep C Elimination
DESCRIPTION:From Harm Reduction to Hep C Elimination\nMonday\, July 13 2026 | 5 – 7:30 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nJoin Hep Free NYC\, National Harm Reduction Coalition\, Hepatitis C Mentor and Support Group\, and The NYS Harm Reduction Association for a conversation with subject matter experts as we dive deep into the intersections of harm reduction and Hep C elimination efforts in New York State. \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n1. Describe why a harm reduction approach is critical to hepatitis C elimination \n2. Understand the basic concepts of hepatitis C and harm reduction \n3. Identify opportunities to engage in advocacy related to harm reduction and hepatitis C elimination. \nPanelists:\nEmma Fabian\, MSW\nExecutive Director of the New York State Harm Reduction Association \nMike Selick\, MSW\nDirector of Capacity Building and Community Mobilization at National Harm Reduction Coalition \nJeannine Garriga\nOutreach Coordinator\, Hepatitis C Mentor and Support Group \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/from-harm-reduction-to-hep-c-elimination/
CATEGORIES:Education,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T140000
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SUMMARY:Functional Cure in Hepatitis B: What does it mean for the US?
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nTuesday\, July 14\, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM\nREGISTER\nDescription:\nAdvances in Hep B treatment have led to new opportunities for “functional cure\,” where some patients can sustain reduced viral load after finishing a course of treatment. What does this mean for patients\, providers\, and the community? \nJoin Hep B United and the Hep B Foundation as we highlight perspectives on “functional cure” and what it means. \nSpeakers: \nDr. Chari Cohen\, President\, Hepatitis B Foundation \nDr. James “JP” Esteban\, Sr Medical Director – US Medical Affairs Hepatology\, GSK \nJustin Chen MPH\, Population Health Program Coordinator\, Charles B Wang Community Health Center \nREGISTER\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/functional-cure-in-hepatitis-b-what-does-it-mean-for-the-us/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T140000
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CREATED:20260623T201632Z
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SUMMARY:Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP) Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nHepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP) Meeting\nMonday\, April 20\, 2026 | 1 – 2 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThe National Alliance of State & Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) convenes the Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP)\, a national coalition based in Washington\, D.C. that includes community-based organizations\, public health and provider associations\, national hepatitis and HIV organizations\, and diagnostic\, pharmaceutical\, & biotechnology companies nationwide. \nHAP works with federal policymakers in Congress & the Executive branch and with public health officials to increase federal support & funding for hepatitis prevention\, testing\, education\, research\, surveillance\, and treatment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hepatitis-appropriations-partnership-hap-monthly-meeting-16/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T150000
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CREATED:20260623T211623Z
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SUMMARY:Viral Hepatitis Diagnostics Working Group Call (National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nViral Hepatitis Diagnostics Working Group Call\nThursday\, July 23\, 2026 | 3 – 4 PM\nEmail Adrienne Simon to RSVP\nPurpose:\nAdvocate for accessible\, affordable\, effective\, and rapid viral hepatitis diagnostics\, that most closely meet communities where they are\, in pursuit of viral hepatitis elimination. \nBring the voice of people with lived experience to the table in developing strategies\, activities\, and tactics to achieve our advocacy goals. \nMembership:\nThe Working Group is coordinated by the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable (NVHR). The Working Group is composed of advocates\, clinicians\, community-based organizations\, people with lived experience\, and researchers. Membership is open to anyone from these communities who are committed to advancing the Working Group’s goals. \nTo join the Working Group\, email Adrienne Simmons (adrienne@nvhr.org). After joining\, members will be added to a Google Group (hepdiagnostics@googlegroups.com) and receive a calendar invite\, as well as access to a Google Drive. \nMeeting Schedule:\nThe Working Group meets monthly via Zoom on the 4th Thursday at 3:00 pm Eastern. All Working Group members are encouraged to participate in as many meetings as possible. Notes are provided for those unable to attend.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/viral-hepatitis-diagnostics-working-group-call-national-viral-hepatitis-roundtable-13/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Hep B,Hep C
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T140000
DTSTAMP:20260624T192611
CREATED:20260624T135614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T135803Z
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SUMMARY:Bronx Anti-Stigma March (Bronx Ending the Epidemic Regional Steering Committee)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nBronx Anti-Stigma March & Health Fair\nTuesday\, July 28 | 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: Line up at 149th and Brook Ave one block from St. Mary’s Park) and end at 161st and Grand Concourse. A Health Fair will follow at Lou Gehrig Plaza.\nRSVP\nDescription:\nIn collaboration with the Bronx Ending the Epidemic (ETE) Steering Committee and Bronx Links with support from the New York City Health Department\, this integrated 2026 effort will focus on addressing HIV and Hepatitis-related stigma — especially in the current climate — to advance equity through stigma reduction. RSVP to table and March. \nAll are welcome! Come march and connect with local resources! \nQuestions? Email Ellie Goldfarb at e.goldfarb@housingworks.org \nRSVP[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/3rd-annual-bronx-anti-stigma-march-bronx-ending-the-epidemic-regional-steering-committee-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Event,Hep B,Hep C
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000
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SUMMARY:Brooklyn Hepatitis Screening & Outreach
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nBrooklyn Hepatitis Screening & Outreach\nTuesday\, July 28 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nLocation: Restoration Plaza (1368 Fulton St\, Brooklyn\, NY 11216). Event will take place in the West Plaza.\nRSVP\nDescription:\nOn July 28th\, join Hep Free NYC and Hispanic Federation at Restoration Plaza to provide Hep B and C education and screening to Brooklyn residents! \nAll are welcome!  \nQuestions? Email Ellie Goldfarb at e.goldfarb@housingworks.org \nRSVP[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/brooklyn-hepatitis-screening-outreach/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Event,Hep B,Hep C
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