Free Hepatitis C treatment scheme launched

Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony (fourth from right) and PAHO/WHO Representative to Guyana, Dr Luis Codina (third from right) at the launching. (Ministry of Health photo)

The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) yesterday launched a Hepatitis C programme which will see patients receiving the necessary treatment and care free of cost.

The programme will be rolled out next Wednesday and the clinic will be housed at the National Care and Treatment Centre.

According to the Mayo Clinic website, Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation, sometimes leading to serious liver damage.