Did you know that Hepatitis C can now be cured with a 12 week course of tablets?
This incredible breakthrough in recent years has resulted tens of thousands of individuals being treated.
Hepatitis C is a blood-borne virus, which often results in long term liver damage. It is passed through blood-to-blood contact, such as through sharing of needles and drug use equipment, unsterilised medical equipment and procedures, unprotected sex, and blood transfusions prior to 1996.
As a commitment towards supporting the long-term health of our population, Portsdown Group Practice will be working with the Wessex Hepatitis C elimination team to try and find those who may be at high risk of Hepatitis C, and inviting them for a test, and support with ongoing treatment.
Alongside this, anyone can order a free fingerpick test at home online, so if you or someone you know would like to be clear on their Hep C status, please visit the Hep C U later website below.