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SUMMARY:The Intersection of the Opioid Crisis and Hep C (NYS Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:The Intersection of the Opioid Crisis and Hep C\nTuesday\, May 5\, 2026 | 1 – 3 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThe goal of this two-hour webinar for health and human services providers is to inform providers about the impact of the nation’s opiate crisis on the Hep C epidemic\, so that they may better serve and address barriers for clients who are living with Hep C and/or have a relationship with opioid use. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n1. Discuss the history of both epidemics nationwide and within New York State\n2. Describe the relationship between Hep C and opioid use\n3. Identify harm reduction strategies for their clients\n4. Highlight how the New York State Hep C Elimination Plan works to address health inequities among priority populations who are living with Hep C and/or use opioids \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/the-intersection-of-the-opioid-crisis-and-hep-c-nys-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Harm Reduction,Hep C
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual NYS Hep C Elimination Progress Report Meeting (NYS Health Dept\, NYC Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:2026 Annual New York State Hep C Elimination Progress Report Meeting\nWednesday\, May 6\, 2026 | 10 AM- 12 PM\nDescription:\nJoin the NYS Health Department for a discussion on the latest updates from New York State and New York City regarding efforts to eliminate Hep C. \nView flyer here \nQuestions? hepatabc@health.ny.gov \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/2026-annual-nys-hep-c-elimination-progress-report-meeting-nys-health-dept-nyc-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Government,Hep C
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260422T171523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T171621Z
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SUMMARY:Innovative Partnership to Advance Hep C Elimination in New York State (Public Health Live!)
DESCRIPTION:Innovative Partnership to Advance Hep C Elimination in New York State\nWednesday\, May 6\, 2026 | 12 – 1 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nHep C continues to be a public health concern in New York State\, despite the availability of curative medications. Hep C is a blood-borne virus that affects the liver. Many people don’t know they have Hep C\, allowing individuals to continue to transmit the infection. Furthermore\, 70% of infected individuals will develop a chronic infection\, which is often asymptomatic for many years. If left untreated\, this infection can cause liver cirrhosis\, liver failure\, liver cancer\, and even death. Injection drug use is the highest risk factor for Hep C\, and most new infections are occurring among people who inject drugs (PWID). Yet stigma\, discrimination and other structural inequities are significant barriers to care for this population. Through its Hep C Elimination Plan\, New York State is working to eliminate Hep C as a public health problem by 2030. A key component of this strategy is a partnership with Health Sciences at the University at Albany. Join us to learn more about the NYS Hep C elimination initiative and how this unique 7+ year partnership works to identify the successes and challenges of implementing innovative models for Hep C screening\, diagnosis\, and care among PWID. \nObjectives:\nAs a result of participation in this activity\, the learner will have increased and enhanced their knowledge and competence on how an innovative partnership with an academic institution can be effective in making progress toward elimination of Hep C. \nBy the end of the activity\, learners will be able to: \n1. Describe the New York State Hep C Elimination Plan.\n2. Summarize the structural barriers impacting Hep C testing and provision of care in New York State.\n3. Discuss the benefits and challenges of a partnership between a department of health and an academic institution in working to achieve this public health goal. \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/innovative-partnership-to-advance-hep-c-elimination-in-new-york-state-public-health-live/
CATEGORIES:Education,Government,Hep C
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260430T214417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T214417Z
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SUMMARY:Hep C Treatment Update for Health and Human Services Providers (NYS Health Department)
DESCRIPTION:Hep C Treatment Update for Health and Human Services Providers\nThursday\, May 7\, 2026 | 10 – 12 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThis 2-hour webinar will describe the role of non-clinical health and human services providers in supporting clients living with chronic Hep C as they consider starting Hep C treatment. Participants will become familiar with current guidelines regarding treatment\, issues relating to treatment access\, and patient assistance resources. \nObjectives:\nAs a result of this training\, participants will be able to:\n1. Describe the recent progress in treatment options for patients living with Hep C (shorter duration\, fewer side effects\, better health outcomes).\n2. Describe the importance of engaging in primary care\, regardless of the client’s intent to undergo treatment.\n3. Identify strategies to support clients as they prepare for and engage in Hep C treatment.\n4. Define sustained virologic response (SVR).\n5. Discuss strategies to address the risk of reinfection with clients who achieve SVR. \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-c-treatment-update-for-health-and-human-services-providers-nys-health-department/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260422T171857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T171857Z
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SUMMARY:Hep C Point-of-Care Testing (NYS Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:Hep C Point-of-Care Testing\nTuesday\, May 12\, 2026 | 1 – 3 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThe goal of this 90-minute webinar is to provide service providers with the knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently describe the function of the new Cepheid GeneXpert Xpress Hep C test— the first CLIA-waived point-of-care Hep C RNA diagnostic test available in the United States. This webinar will provide service providers with practical strategies to support and engage clients while awaiting test results. This innovative test advances Hep C care by producing RNA results in approximately one hour\, enabling same-visit diagnosis and expediting engagement in treatment and care. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n1. Understand the purpose and benefits of Hep C POC testing.\n2. Review different testing models.\n3. Identify operational and practical considerations when adopting Hep C POC testing.\n4. Support client engagement throughout the testing process.\n5. Interpret and explain POC test results.\n6. Apply best practices for follow-up and related linkages-to-care to services and referrals. \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-c-point-of-care-testing-nys-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260430T214651Z
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SUMMARY:Hep C Prevention for LGB and TGNC Individuals and Communities (NYS Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:Hep C Prevention for LGB and TGNC Individuals and Communities\nThursday\, May 14\, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThis 2-hour webinar will review the basic information about Hep C that health and human service providers should discuss with program participants who identify as Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual (LGB) or Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC). This webinar will explore the practices that may place LGB and TGNC people at risk for Hep C transmission and identify harm reduction strategies to reduce their risk. Screening recommendations and key considerations for Hep C care and treatment in LGB and TGNC clients will be addressed. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this session participants will be able to:\n1. Review basic information about Hep C prevention\, transmission\, screening\, diagnosis\, care and treatment\n2. Explore Hep C risk and identify harm reduction options for LGB and TGNC health\n3. Discuss the benefits of Hep C testing and connection to care\n4. Identify Hep C prevention messages using Harm Reduction to educate LGB and TGNC clients\n5. Address common concerns that LGB and TGN clients may have regarding Hep C care and treatment \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-c-prevention-for-lgb-and-tgnc-individuals-and-communities-nys-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260226T020022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T020022Z
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SUMMARY:Patient Navigation for Hep C Navigators Part 1 (NYC Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:Patient Navigation for Hep C Navigators Part 1\nThursday\, May 14\, 2026 | 10 AM – 1 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThis two-part\, three-hour training will provide patient navigators\, caseworkers\, test counselors\, and other prevention counselors with a basic overview of Hep C and its impact in NYC. It also introduces successful patient navigation strategies used by current Hep C patient navigation programs. This training provides an overview of NASTAD’s Hep C Community Navigation Toolkit and describes how the toolkit can be practically applied to implement and strengthen hepatitis navigation programs. \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/patient-navigation-for-hep-c-navigators-part-1-nyc-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260427T201747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T161313Z
UID:10077761-1778776200-1778779800@hepfree.nyc
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B: Epidemiology\, Prevention and Screening
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 14\, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM\nREGISTER\nDescription:\nJoin the Empire Liver Foundation for the first session of the Hepatitis B Screening and Management in Primary Care Webinar Series. This session will provide an overview of hepatitis B epidemiology\, prevention strategies\, and screening recommendations for primary care providers. \nPresenter: Arun Jesudian\, MD\, FACG\, Weill Cornell Medicine \n1 Free CME/CNE/CEU credit available per webinar. \nREGISTER
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hepatitis-b-epidemiology-prevention-and-screening/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Empire Liver Foundation":MAILTO:info@empireliverfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260501T004024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T004024Z
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SUMMARY:Hep C Screening and Pretreatment Evaluation (Clinical Education Initiative)
DESCRIPTION:Hep C Screening and Pretreatment Evaluation\nTuesday\, May 19\, 2026 | 12 – 1 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThis session will provide an overview of Hep C screening\, including who should be tested and why. It will also walk through the Hep C testing algorithm to support accurate diagnosis\, and review the key components of pre-treatment evaluation for patients with Hep C infection. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to:\n1. Understand in whom screening for Hep C is indicated\n2. Describe the Hep C testing algorithm\n3. List components of pre-treatment evaluation for Hep C infection \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-c-screening-and-pretreatment-evaluation-clinical-education-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260226T020437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T021207Z
UID:10077632-1779357600-1779368400@hepfree.nyc
SUMMARY:Patient Navigation for Hep C Navigators Part 2 (NYC Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:Patient Navigation for Hep C Navigators Part 2\nThursday\, May 21\, 2026 | 10 AM – 1 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThis two-part\, three-hour training will provide patient navigators\, caseworkers\, test counselors\, and other prevention counselors with a basic overview of Hep C and its impact in NYC. It also introduces successful patient navigation strategies used by current Hep C patient navigation programs. This training provides an overview of NASTAD’s Hep C Community Navigation Toolkit and describes how the toolkit can be practically applied to implement and strengthen hepatitis navigation programs. \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/patient-navigation-for-hep-c-navigators-part-2-nyc-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260508T212634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T212634Z
UID:10077776-1779796800-1779800400@hepfree.nyc
SUMMARY:Hep C Treatment (Clinical Education Initiative)
DESCRIPTION:Hepatitis Awareness Month: Part 2: Hepatitis C Treatment\nTuesday\, May 26\, 2026 | 12 – 1 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThis session will review current medication regimens for Hep C treatment\, along with recommended on-treatment monitoring strategies. It will also cover eligibility criteria and preferred approaches for simplified treatment pathways. In addition\, the session will highlight clinically important adverse events\, contraindications\, and key drug–drug interactions associated with Hep C C therapies. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to:\n1. Understand in whom screening for Hep C is indicated\n2. Describe the Hep C testing algorithm\n3. List components of pre-treatment evaluation for Hep C infection \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-c-treatment-clinical-education-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clinical Education Initiative":MAILTO:support@ceitraining.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T163101
CREATED:20260505T151749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T151749Z
UID:10077775-1779800400-1779807600@hepfree.nyc
SUMMARY:Hep C and Pregnancy (NYS Health Dept)
DESCRIPTION:Hep C and Pregnancy\nTuesday\, May 26\, 2026 | 1 – 3 PM\nRSVP\nDescription:\nThe goal of this two-hour webinar is to bring awareness to the topic of Hep C among pregnant persons and people with the capacity to get pregnant\, support non-clinicals providers in understanding the importance of promoting health among clients as it relates to Hep C\, and educate providers about the importance of linkages to care and reducing potential Hep C transmission. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n1. Describe an overview of Hep C\n2. Understand the epidemiology of Hep C among pregnant people and people with the capacity to get pregnant\n3. Explain Hep C testing as part of routine prenatal care\, highlighting recent legislation that mandates universal Hep C screening among pregnant people.\n4. Identify factors of perinatal transmission\n5. Describe care and treatment for Hep C in pregnant people\n6. Summarize harm reduction techniques to reduce future transmission and promote health\n7. Refer clients to NYS Hep C resources \nRSVP
URL:https://hepfree.nyc/event/hep-c-and-pregnancy-nys-health-dept/
CATEGORIES:Education,Hep C,Training
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