Broadsheet 2 of 4 Hepatitis C treatment uptake ARCSHS 2022.pdf (1.7 MB)
Hepatitis C treatment uptake: Understanding treatment incentives and obstacles (Broadsheet No. 2)
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posted on 2023-06-23, 00:33 authored by Renae FomiattiRenae Fomiatti, Frances ShawFrances Shaw, Adrian FarrugiaAdrian Farrugia, Suzanne FraserSuzanne Fraser, David MooreDavid Moore, Carla TreloarCarla Treloar, Michael Edwards, Elizabeth BirbilisThe people interviewed for this project described a range of issues that influenced decision-making about treatment. Many explained that the health and wellbeing of family and friends was important when deciding whether to commence hepatitis C treatment. Supportive and encouraging social relationships could motivate people to have treatment.