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Content last updated 11/09/2023

ECCQ can help your multicultural patients with hepatitis

Do you see patients with hepatitis B or hepatitis C?

Did you know the guidelines for monitoring hepatitis B now recommend fibrosis assessment every 12 months?

The Ethnic Communities of Queensland (ECCQ) can help with the following:

  • FREE Fibroscan for people from multicultural backgrounds who have been diagnosed with HBV or HCV including non-Medicare Card holders
  • FREE GP resource packs with the latest hepatitis, HIV and STI guidelines, decision making tools, information and referral forms
  • FREE short lunch or morning /afternoon tea information session (light lunch or morning/afternoon teas will be provided)
  • FREE translated resources to assist in the education of your patients
  • FREE support and education for patients, their family and community by highly trained bi-lingual community health workers in multiple languages

If you would like more information or would like to refer a patient please see our webpage or contact Marrianne Black RN at ECCQ on 07 3291 1214 or 0466 042799 or email marrianneb@eccq.com.au

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