Jangseong-gun to Launch 'Hepatitis C Eradication Project' Starting Next Month

Published 25 Jun.2024 15:13(KST)

Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do announced on the 25th that it will launch the 'C Hepatitis Eradication Project' starting from the 1st of next month.

To detect hepatitis patients early and provide treatment and management, Jangseong-gun Public Health Center, Jeollanam-do, Jeonnam Infectious Disease Control Support Group, and Honam Disease Response Center will jointly participate.

Jangseong County Public Health Center exterior. [Photo by Jangseong County]

The county plans to support free testing for 600 residents aged 20 and over in Jangseong-gun, and among them, provide treatment costs to confirmed patients who meet the criteria of ▲130% or less of the median income ▲having resided in Jangseong for more than one year.

C hepatitis is caused by the hepatitis C virus and can lead to acute and chronic liver diseases.

It is transmitted through blood, so infection can occur through contaminated needles, tattoos, or piercing procedures.

Once infected, there is a high risk of progression to cirrhosis or liver cancer, so early detection and treatment are essential.

A representative from Jangseong-gun Public Health Center said, “We hope that through this free C hepatitis screening, people will confirm their infection status and receive necessary treatment in a timely manner.”