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Learning Objective:
By the end of this presentation participants will be able to identify the steps necessary to successfully implement this model in their project area.
By the end of this presentation participants will be able to identify 3 measurable indicators that increase positive behavior change in clients infected with acute heptatits C.
Background:
A minimum of 60% of all new hepatitis C infections are acquired through injection drug use. Research indicates that hepatitis C is normally acquired several years before HIV. A primary goal of HIV's Prevention Case Management (PCM) program is to reduce the risk of acquiring HIV in high risk populations through intensive one-on-one client counseling.
Setting:
HIV Prevention Case Management Programs housed in sexually transmitted disease clinics and community based organizations.
Population e.g. API Youth, MSM, IDU:
Clients meeting the case definition for acute hepatitis C. Clients must also have acquired the infection by a method that also places them at risk of acquiring HIV.
Project Description:
Presenters will describe the steps necessary to refer clients with acute hepatitis C into the prevention case management program, identify methods used to successfully measure collaborative efforts, and demonstrate client benefits from program participation.
Results/Lessons Learned:
Referring acute hepatitis C clients into Prevention Case Management increases the possibility that positive behavior change can occur. Specifically indicated will be the number of clients accessing drug treatment, developing harm reduction and prevention case plans, measuring other types of referrals made and accessed, and monitoring their HIV status throughout the counseling process.
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