HEPATITIS SERVICES

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that has many causes. Some reasons for hepatitis may include viruses and bacteria, spread from person-to-person, or liver damage from alcohol or drugs. It can also be caused by inherited diseases like cystic fibrosis.

CHA has a number of services for Hepatitis treatment and prevention. These include the following:

Hepatitis Clinic

The CHA Hepatitis clinic is located at the Somerville Hospital campus (6th floor, south building). It is run by Dr. Linda Shipton, who is board-certified in Infectious Disease. Appointments are available Monday mornings.

The clinic evaluates and treats patients with Hepatitis B and C (patients co-infected with HIV are welcome). The number to make an appointment is 617-591-4350.

Hepatitis C Testing and Counseling

The CHA Community Affairs team offers testing for Hepatitis C and counseling about Hepatitis transmission and prevention. they also provide referrals for treatment.

Counseling sessions are available on an individual or group basis. Staff members speak English and Spanish, by can make arrangements for interpreters in other languages if needed. Materials are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole. To learn more, call 617-591-6734.