Evaluating a novel model of hepatitis B care, Hep B PAST, in the Northern Territory of Australia: results from a prospective, population-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Northern Territory (NT) has the highest prevalence of chronic hepatitis B (CHB) in Australia. The Hep B PAST program aims to improve health outcomes for people living with CHB.

Methods

This mixed methods study involves First Nations peoples living in the NT. We used participatory action research principles across three steps: 1. Foundation step: establishing hepatitis B virus (HBV) status and linkage to care; 2. Capacity building: training the health workforce; 3. Supported transition to primary healthcare: implementation of the "Hub and Spoke" model and in-language resources. Analysis occurred at three time points: 1. Pre-Hep B PAST (2018); 2. Foundation step (2020); and 3. Completion of Hep B PAST (2023). Evaluation focuses on four key indicators, the number

SUBMITTER: Hosking K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11222935 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature