About

Hepatitis C is a liver infection spread through contact with blood through an infected person. Today, most people become infected by sharing needles or other equipment used to prepare and inject drugs.

Most people who are infected with hepatitis C have no symptoms for years, but symptoms may include:

• Flu-like symptoms
• Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
• Dark-colored urine
• Pale bowel movements

Treatments can cure most people with hepatitis C in 8 to 12 weeks.

Eligibility

Anyone over the age of 12 is eligible for testing and treatment.

The CDC recommends universal screening for all U.S. adults and all pregnant women. Routine periodic testing is recommended for people with ongoing risk factors. 

How to Get Screened for Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C screenings are available at:

• North Oakland Health Center: 1200 N. Telegraph Rd, Building 34E, Pontiac, MI 48341
• Oakland County Harm Reduction Clinic: 148 N. Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI 48342
• South Oakland Health Center: 27725 Greenfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48076

Most people who test positive for Hepatitis C RNA are eligible to be treated by one of our Nurse Practitioners.

Appointments 

Walk-ins only, no appointment needed.

• North & South Oakland Health Centers:
  • Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Thursday 7:30 a.m. 5 p.m.
• Oakland County Harm Reduction Clinic:
  • Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fees

$5 clinic visit fee per visit, per client. No one will be denied service due to inability to pay.

Contact Information

Call 248-858-1280 or email health@oakgov.com for questions about the Hepatitis C program.

Call 248-328-5160 if you are seeking treatment or have questions about treatment.

Related Links

• CDC: Hepatitis C
• MDHHS: Hepatitis C