Knowledge & Support
Educational materials, guides, and information to support HCV awareness, prevention, and treatment.
Educational Materials
Resources for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
A comprehensive guide explaining what Hepatitis C is, how it spreads, symptoms, and why early detection matters.
Learn MoreEverything you need to know about HCV testing, including antibody tests, RNA tests, and what your results mean.
Learn MoreInformation about DAA therapy, treatment duration, what to expect, and achieving sustained virologic response.
Learn MoreStrategies to prevent HCV transmission, harm reduction practices, and protecting yourself and others.
Learn MoreClinical guidelines, screening protocols, treatment algorithms, and resources for healthcare professionals.
Learn MoreSupport resources, lifestyle guidance, mental health support, and connecting with peer networks.
Learn MoreDownloads
Print-ready resources for distribution in your community or clinic.
PDF • 2 pages • English
PDF • 1 page • English, French
PDF • 4 pages • English
PDF • 12 pages • English
ZIP • 5 posters • Print-ready
External Links
Additional information from trusted organizations.
Global hepatitis elimination strategy and international guidelines.
Canadian guidelines, surveillance data, and national strategies.
Canada's source for HIV and hepatitis C information.
Harm reduction resources and service locations across Ontario.
FAQs
Answers to common questions about Hepatitis C.
Yes! Modern direct-acting antiviral (DAA) treatments cure over 95% of Hepatitis C cases. Treatment typically involves taking pills once daily for 8-12 weeks, with minimal side effects.
Hepatitis C is transmitted through blood-to-blood contact. The most common routes include sharing needles or drug equipment, unsterile tattoo or piercing practices, and needlestick injuries.
Testing is recommended for anyone who has ever injected drugs, received a blood transfusion before 1992, has HIV, was born to a mother with HCV, or was born between 1945-1975.
Yes, Hepatitis C treatment is covered under Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) for eligible individuals. Our team can help navigate coverage options.
Yes, being cured does not provide immunity. You can be re-infected if exposed to the virus again. Harm reduction practices remain important after treatment.