HHS opens $100M hepatitis pilot program applications

Health Officials Aim to Eliminate Disease Among Homeless

The Department of Health and Human Services announced a pilot program to prevent and cure Hepatitis C among homeless populations. The $100 million funding opportunity specifically targets those with substance use disorder and/or a serious mental illness. The program is further intended to “support communities severely affected by homelessness and to gain insights on effective ways to identify patients, complete treatment, cure infections, and re…

HHS opens $100M hepatitis pilot program applications

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced a $100 million pilot program on Monday to address Hepatitis C in homeless populations.

HHS announces pilot program to combat hepatitis C in homeless communities

The Department of Health and Human Services July 28 announced the creation of a $100 million pilot program to prevent, test for, treat and cure hepatitis C for individuals with substance use disorder or a serious mental illness. The program will focus on communities severely affected by homelessness. The pilot was developed and will be administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

HHS Unveils $100M Pilot to Eliminate Hepatitis C in High-Risk Populations: What IPC Professionals Need to Know

The HHS has launched a $100 million pilot program to eliminate hepatitis C in high-risk populations, an effort that infection prevention professionals can help shape by extending control strategies beyond hospital walls and into underserved communities.

HHS Launches $100M Pilot Program to Combat Hepatitis C

What You Should Know:  – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced a $100M pilot funding opportunity aimed at preventing, testing for, treating, and curing Hepatitis C (HCV) in individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) and/or serious mental illness (SMI).  – The program is specifically designed to support communities severely affected by homelessness and to gain insights on effective ways to identify patients, co…