Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Hepatitis C Linkage-to-Care Initiative for New Orleans Residents Experiencing Homelessness During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Conclusions Targeting homeless persons living in temporary residences for HCV and HIV screening can be effective at promoting access to care for those infected due to this population's high HCV seropositivity especially significant if the patient has a history of intravenous drug use or is older than 40 years. However, continued outreach strategies are needed to assist patients in retention of care.
Source: Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Category: Sexual Medicine Tags: The Real World of STD Prevention Source Type: research