How can HepLink help me?
HepLink links people in Australia to information, support and treatment for viral hepatitis.
When we talk about viral hepatitis, this means hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D, and hepatitis E. The most common types of viral hepatitis in Australia are hepatitis B and hepatitis C.
HepLink Australia is available for anyone, anywhere in Australia, including:
- People living with viral hepatitis
- People at risk of viral hepatitis
- Families or friends of a person living with, or at risk of, viral hepatitis
- Health professionals
- Social service workers
- Anyone who has questions about viral hepatitis
No matter where you live in Australia, HepLink is here to support you.
HepLink can help you with
Information
HepLink can give you clear, accurate info about:
- What viral hepatitis is
- How to protect yourself and others
- How to get tested
- What treatment and care options are out there
- How to keep your liver healthy
- Your rights as someone living with hepatitis
- What support is available as someone living with hepatitis
Support
Need advice or just someone to talk to? HepLink team members are here to listen and offer support that fits your situation, like how to stay safe, speak up for yourself, or find the right care.
Talking to a peer
Sometimes it helps to talk to someone who’s been through it. HepLink can link you to a peer support worker. These are people who have lived with hepatitis and can share experience, help you feel less alone, and support you to manage any problems you are facing.
Finding services
HepLink can help you find the right support, whether it’s a doctor, clinic, or community service. We’ll guide you through:
- What’s available near you
- How to access it
- What costs might be involved and how to ask about them
- What to expect when you get there
We can also help with referrals and handovers, so you’re not doing it all on your own.
Solving problems
If you're finding it hard to get tested, start treatment, or you've had a tough experience because of viral hepatitis, HepLink is here to help. We’ll work with you to find options and support that fit your situation.
Workforce support
If you're a healthcare professional or need reliable hepatitis information for your workplace, HepLink is here to support you too. Visit our Health Professionals page to find out more about these services and ways we can work together to improve care.