Definition

Hepatitis C is a chronic liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). An estimated 250,000 people in Canada are infected with HCV. There are often no symptoms, so people who are at risk must take precautions to avoid transmitting the virus.

Source: Health Canada

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Are you a health professional?

If you are interested in learning more, please visit the hepatitis C page on the website of Montréal's Director of Public Health.

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Practical advice

What can you do to prevent problems or protect yourself?

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Whom should you contact to get help?

You will find a list of resources in the Montréal region on our STI page. 

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