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Web-based Intervention to Reduce Alcohol Use in Veterans With Hepatitis C
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Web-Based Brief Alcohol Intervention and Usual Care for Hepatitis C and Alcohol Abuse. Completed, enrolled 138 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
Many people who are infected with Hepatitis C misuse alcohol, which is even more dangerous for them than it is for a non-infected person. In this VA study, such individuals will be screened and given feedback on their drinking using an Internet-based program which has been shown to reduce drinking in other populations. The research team will evaluate whether the program helps Veterans drink less over time and thereby improve their health.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Participants report their alcohol use and problems on line and receive feedback comparing them to national norms.
All patients will be receiving care in a Hepatitis C clinic. In some cases clinicians may counsel them on alcohol problems.