Peer-assisted telemedicine hepatitis-C treatment for people who use drugs in rural communities: a mixed methods study

All participants reported that the Peer TeleHCV model built trust and eased barriers for PWUD initiating and remaining in HCV treatment. This low-barrier model makes space for PWUD to receive HCV treatment, regardless of drug use. Implementing support from peer specialists, telemedicine technology, and streamlined testing and treatment strategies may connect more rural PWUD living with HCV with the cure.