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The Victoria SAFER Initiative provides pharmaceutical alternatives to the unregulated drug supply.

The Public Health Agency of Canada publishes estimates that help us understand the epidemiology of HIV in Canada. As of 2022, it is estimated that there were 65,270 people living with HIV in Canada (…

There are highly effective treatments that cure more than 95% of people of hepatitis C. Being cured of hepatitis C prevents any further liver injury by the hepatitis C virus and prevents progression…

Hepatitis C treatment is as effective for people who are actively using street drugs as it is for people who are not. Canadian and international hepatitis C treatment guidelines recommend hepatitis C…

Before a person starts treatment, it can be helpful to support them to set up a plan for treatment.

After a person is cured of hepatitis C, either because their body spontaneously clears the virus or because they receive treatment, they can get hepatitis C again (re-infection) if they are exposed…

Accessing coverage for hepatitis C treatment is easier than it used to be; however, some people may need support to navigate this process. The cost of hepatitis C treatment is typically covered…

This section outlines ways to help people succeed with treatment, by providing information ...

Cirrhosis occurs when serious and extensive injury or scarring has developed in the liver.

Besides HIV treatment that can help prevent passing HIV, there are several other highly effective ways to prevent HIV transmission. For the best protection, these HIV prevention methods need to be…

In addition to its important health benefits, HIV treatment helps to reduce or eliminate the risk of passing HIV to others. HIV treatment works by controlling the replication of HIV in the body —…

Researchers surveyed Ontario healthcare providers about rapid HIV testing in emergency rooms. Most participants saw benefits, but nearly half also predicted challenges, especially doctors. Perceived…