RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06870019

Hepatitis C Tracker Study

Effects of GPS Tracking on Patient Adherence to Hepatitis C Treatment Among People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness


Sponsor

University of Southern California

Enrollment

124 participants

Start Date

Aug 8, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of this study is to determine if GPS tracking can enhance adherence to hepatitis C treatment among patients diagnosed with hepatitis C infection who are also experiencing unsheltered homelessness and receiving street medicine. Research will compare medication adherence among participants randomly assigned to receive standard medical care for Hepatitis C versus the standard medical care for Hepatitis C along with GPS tracking assistance.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether people experiencing homelessness who have Hepatitis C can successfully complete a simplified treatment program when supported through street medicine outreach and a tracking system. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with Hepatitis C infection - You are currently experiencing unsheltered homelessness - You speak English or Spanish - You are receiving care from a street medicine program - You meet guidelines for simplified (uncomplicated) Hepatitis C treatment **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have previously undergone Hepatitis C treatment - You have advanced liver disease (decompensated cirrhosis) or active Hepatitis B - You are currently pregnant - You have known or suspected liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) - You have had a liver transplant Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALGPS tracker device

GPS tracker device


Locations(2)

USC Street Medicine

Alhambra, California, United States

Ventura County Medical Center

Ventura, California, United States

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