Viral Hepatitis Strategic Plan
Mission, Vision, Strategic Priorities and Long Term Goal
Mission Statement
The purpose of the NYSDOH Viral Hepatitis Strategic Plan is to outline a coordinated, comprehensive and systematic approach that will decrease the incidence of acute viral hepatitis and limit the disease burden from chronic hepatitis among those living in New York State.
Vision Statement:
The vision for the NYSDOH Viral Hepatitis Strategic Plan is to eliminate new hepatitis A, B and C infections and to improve the quality of life of those chronically infected with hepatitis B and C.
Strategic Priorities:
- Assure access to hepatitis services including screening, testing, counseling, education, substance abuse treatment, harm reduction, including syringe access, medical management and treatment for all New Yorkers.
- Assure access to affordable hepatitis A and B vaccine for high-risk populations.
- Provide education to patients, health and human service providers, and the public about viral hepatitis.
- Enhance sur veillance of viral hepatitis.
- Pursue resources for demonstration projects for case management services of special populations.
- Promote research for viral hepatitis.
Long-Term Goal:
The overall long-term goal of the NYSDOH Viral Hepatitis Strategic Plan is to reduce the incidence and impact of viral hepatitis in New York State.