Living with co-infection

What should I do if I am co-infected?

• Enter a substance abuse program if necessary

• Find a provider who is knowledgeable in both diseases

• Learn how to maintain liver health, such as not drinking alcohol

• Learn how to reduce the transmission of HIV and Hep C

• Get vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B if never exposed

• Consider HIV/Hep C antiviral treatment as needed

• Be knowledgeable about drug interactions and side affects of Hep C and HIV treatment