Hepatitis C Education for Pregnant Women With Opiate Addiction - Phase 1

Hepatitis C Education for Pregnant Women With Opiate Addiction - Phase 1

The goal of this study is to assess the health literacy level of patients enrolled in the HOPE program, identify any gaps in their knowledge of hepatitis C, analyze the variables that may influence patients' knowledge, and educate patients on Hepatitis C.

The study will compare the effectiveness of providing a pamphlet and expert education compared to providing a pamphlet only. The information gained in completing this study will help the medical community improve patient education on the disease and specifically understand how the medical community can best serve pregnant patients with opiate dependence burdened by Hepatitis C.

Inclusion Criteria

• The study will include patients with and without Hepatitis C diagnosis.
• Patients will be recruited at their routine prenatal and post-partum visits.
• Patients who speak and understand English

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients under the age of the 18 years