Hepatitis C Care

Evergreen makes getting tested and treated for hepatitis C easy, in an environment that’s unconditionally understanding and judgement-free.

We can help you cure your hepatitis C in just 8 to 12 weeks, with individualized support through every step of the way.

What is hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is a curable infection that leads to swelling and scarring of the liver. It’s spread when the blood of someone who isn’t infected with hepatitis C comes in contact with the blood of someone with a hep C infection.

Hepatitis C starts as a mild illness lasting a few weeks, and if it’s left untreated, it can become a serious, lifelong illness:

• Acute hepatitis C infection is a short-term illness that happens in the first six months after someone is exposed to the hepatitis C virus. If it’s left untreated, acute infection may lead to chronic infection.
• Chronic hepatitis C infection is a long-term illness that, without treatment, can last a lifetime and lead to serious liver problems, like cirrhosis (scarring of the liver), cancer and even death.

How do I know if I have hepatitis C?

Many people with hepatitis C don’t experience symptoms, so the only way to know if you have it is to get tested.

What’s hepatitis C testing like?

Getting tested for hep C at Evergreen is easy and judgement-free. We offer both rapid and point-of-care testing for hepatitis C:

• Rapid hepatitis C testing: get a finger-prick blood test and get your preliminary results in 20 minutes. Your provider will call to confirm your results in a week.
• Point-of-care hepatitis C testing: get a finger-prick blood test and get confirmed results in one hour. If your result is positive for hep C, you can start your treatment that same day.

What’s hepatitis C treatment like?

For most people, hepatitis C can be cured within 8 to 12 weeks through prescription antivirals with very few side effects. Our dedicated hepatitis C care team can help you start and stick to your treatment, as well as overcome any challenges you face along the way.

If you’re having trouble remembering your medications or appointments, or if other challenges are making your treatment difficult, we’re here to help with:

• phone call reminders
• transportation assistance
• syringe and harm reduction services
• substance use counseling
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• food pantry and nutrition services
• walk-in wound care
• and more.

We’re here to help you cure your hep C and meet your health goals with individualized, judgement-free, unconditional support.