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Hep C Connection has worked with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment to create a FREE educational training on hepatitis B and C for prevention providers! 
 
Date: Thursday, May 15th, 2014
 
Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm 
 
Location: San Juan Basin Health Department
  Columbine Building, Downstairs Conference Room
  281 Sawyer Drive
  Durango, CO 81303  
 
We'll discuss:

- The basics of hepatitis B and C, including virology, transmission and treatment;

 

- Who should be screened for both viruses, the screening tests available and requirements around reporting, and local organizations that provide testing and/or vaccinations;

 

- An overview on risk reduction counseling, along with resources and referrals for positives;

 

- Suggestions on how to incorporate viral hepatitis services into your agency using the principles of Program Collaboration & Service Integration;

 

- As an optional component, the class will offer the official training on the OraSure rapid hepatitis C antibody test, along with CDPHE's guidelines around rapid testing.  (Please indicate your participation in the registration survey.  Those who don't need this information will finish around 11:45 am.)

Please go to:
to sign up for this FREE hepatitis B and hepatitis C class.
(You will be asked to take a short pre-class survey to register.)                 
 

Questions?  Contact Urva Hannegan: