End Hep C SD

08/30/2025

We are excited to announce EndHepCSD campaign shirts are now available online.

The Eliminate Hepatitis C San Diego County Initiative to eliminate hepatitis C by 2030.. A public-private partnership between the County of San Diego and Community Stakeholders...

08/04/2025

The CDC estimates up to 4 million Americans suffer from the chronic effects of Hepatitis C. It's a viral infection that attacks the liver. One small clinic in Buffalo, New York, is proving this doesn't have to be the case. Dr. Céline Gounder reports.

08/03/2025

Plasma, otherwise known as the liquid portion of blood, is made of three key components.

Water, vital solutions, and proteins are essential for healing processes and are used in plasma-derived medicines.

08/02/2025

Join us at Spirit of the Barrio for a powerful, solution-driven conversation featuring Tamera Kohler, CEO of the Regional Task Force on Homelessness, and other thought leaders, frontline experts and changemakers from across our region on Friday, August 15. Register today: https://ow.ly/NZT050VbjmN

07/25/2025

07/23/2025

There are some huge changes coming to the Medi-Cal program!

Changes include:
- Asset Limits Returning: Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Medi-Cal will again consider assets (like savings or extra vehicles) for seniors and people with disabilities.
- Enrollment Freeze: Undocumented adults (ages 19+) not currently enrolled won’t be able to newly sign up for full-scope Medi-Cal beginning in 2026.
- Dental Coverage Ends: As of July 1, 2026, non-emergency dental care will no longer be covered for undocumented adults.
- Monthly Premiums Begin: Starting July 1, 2027, certain undocumented adults must pay $30/month to maintain full-scope Medi-Cal.

Current Medi-Cal members should watch for mail and respond promptly to renewal packets or letters from their health plan or local county office.

To learn more, visit the link: https://bit.ly/40gdFpg

05/15/2025

📊 Did you know? Between 2014 and 2022, Hispanic/Latinx/Latine children with perinatal Hepatitis C had 72% lower odds of receiving antiviral treatment compared to white and non-Hispanic children. It’s time to address these disparities. Join our efforts to End Hep C SD!

05/15/2025

Dr. Sayone Thihalolipavan has been named as the County of San Diego’s new Public Health Officer. Dr. Thihalolipavan most recently served as Public Health Medical Officer within the County’s Medical Care Services Department.

04/23/2025

Thank you Hepatitis C Mentor & Support Group, Inc. for hosting this enlightening webinar on Hepatitis C and Stigma.

This is "Hep C Stigma: From the Clinic to the Streets" by Ronni Marks on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

04/21/2025

OPINION - When used as intended, the federal 340B program can combat deep systemic inequities and improve health outcomes for marginalized communities; however, it is being exploited by bad actors and Californians aren’t benefiting.

02/28/2025

Given that medicine and the Journal have long pathologized homosexuality and gender nonconformity, it should not be surprising the LGBTQ+ communities continue to face large health disparities.

12/21/2024

Let's switch on some lights, hang some bulbs and place the star atop the tree to help promote liver health.

We invite you to help light our virtual tree and add a personal message this holiday season. To switch on a light and show your support, no donation is necessary—just click below.

https://visufund.com/a-wish-for-healthier-livers-this-holiday-season

You can also add a star or bulb to the tree by making a donation.

Together, we can promote liver health and meet the needs of those affected by liver disease.