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                                    Hepatitis C In Corrections: Innovations In Treatment and Management of a Public Health Challenge [Internet Broadcast]

      

                    
          
    Hepatitis C in Corrections: Innovations in Treatment and Management of a Public Health Challenge [Internet Broadcast]
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is the most common blood-borne infection in the United States, with approximately three million persons living with current infection. Of the two million individuals incarcerated in US federal and state prisons, a February 2015 Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) special report states that 9.8% of these individuals have Hepatitis C. With the advent of a one pill per day treatment regimen, the management of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) in corrections is rapidly evolving.

“Correctional health is a key to public health.” - (Retired) Vice Admiral Richard H. Carmona, M.D., M.P.H., FACS, United States Surgeon General.

This internet broadcast from the National Institute of Correction (NIC) covers the newest innovations in treatment practices, protocols, and management of HCV and its implications for criminal justice, corrections organizations and public health.

Topics discussed include the current prevalence of Hepatitis C in the general public in comparison to the correctional population, highlighting the importance of treating pervasive co-occurring substance use disorders. As one of the first lines of defense in public health, correctional agencies have a critical opportunity to screen, diagnose, and treat.

We will identify several correctional systems throughout the country which are effectively managing their HCV infected population, focusing on successes and challenges of management. Presenters will also share recommendations and resources for jurisdictions looking to implement and improve upon existing programs.

This broadcast will answer the following questions:

What is the scope of HCV as an issue, while comparing and contrasting HCV prevalence in the general and corrections populations
	What is HCV?, How is it transmitted?, What is the current prevalence?, and What are current treatment options and related costs?
	What are the policies, protocols and procedures implemented by agencies that are effectively managing HCV?;
	How can agencies improve the coordination of care and services for offenders upon release?;
	How can we proactively address current and future challenges such as developing and implementing consistent screening and treatment protocols; data collection; pharmaceutical cost management;
	and collaboration with local, state and federal partners?;
	and What are recommended resources and next steps for jurisdictions interested in implementing or improving an existing HCV program?
      
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              030028

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  Publication Year
              2015

  Length
              38 pages + 155 minutes

  Authors
          Anita Grant
          James Greer
          Sheila M. Guilfoyle
          Newton Kendig
          Kathleen Maurer
          Olugbenga Ojo
          Chad Zawitz

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          National Institute of Corrections (NIC) (Washington DC)
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