Empowering our community
Working to prevent hepatitis transmission and reduce the impact for people affected
HEP C
TESTING
We offer free walk-in tests. A hep C test is quick and easy with just a prick of the finger. You get results back in under an hour. Find out more
TREATMENT
Treatment for hep C is a short course of medication. Our GP and harm reduction workers will support you through the process. Find out more
Hep B
TESTING
The only way to know if you have hep B is by getting a blood test. You can’t tell if you have hep B by symptoms, looks, history, country of birth, or the hep B status of others around you. Many people with hep B don’t have any noticeable symptoms, either. Find out more
Hep B can be very complex and not every doctor has a good understanding of it. You can check our directory for a hep B specialist doctor or use this resource to help you and your doctor through hep B testing.
Needle & Syringe Program (NSP)
Our NSP offers a range of free and confidential services including access to safe injecting equipment, sexual health supplies and education on blood borne viruses. We also provide access to Naloxone, a medication that anyone can use to reverse the effects of opioid overdose. Find out more
Support
We provide confidential and easily accessible support services for people affected by viral hepatitis. Find out more. Call us on 1800 437 222 for:
- Education sessions at your workplace or in your community
- Referral and community linkages
- Provision of evidence-informed hepatitis resources
- Advocacy for people affected by viral hepatitis at both the community and systems levels
NOTICE: SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING
Wednesday 13 November 2024
Notice: Notice is hereby given of a special general meeting (SGM) of Hepatitis ACT Inc. The SGM will be run in accordance with the Hepatitis ACT Inc. Constitution.
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NOTICE: annual GENERAL MEETING
Thursday 28 November 2024
Notice: Notice is hereby given of Hepatitis ACT’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Hepatitis ACT Inc. The AGM will be run in accordance with the Hepatitis ACT Inc. Constitution.
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Frequently asked questions
Hepatitis can affect anyone. If you, or someone you love, have been diagnosed with viral hepatitis, you are not alone. Hepatitis ACT is here to help.
About us
Our mission is to eliminate the transmission of viral hepatitis in our community, while reducing stigma and discrimination, through support, advocacy, and education.
Here to help
Hepatitis ACT is Canberra’s community hepatitis organisation. Contact us for information about our programs, resources and support services.
Free call 1800 437 222
Talk to our team
during office hours
(or phone 02 6230 6344)
36 David Street, Turner
Opposite O’Connor shops
Drop-ins welcome, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
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Hepatitis ACT acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the traditional owners and custodians of our lands and water.