Effectiveness of Ultra-Short Hep C TreatmentsEditors note: Always consult your doctor before starting or changing your treatment regimen. There is a lot of appeal for shorter courses...reactionscomments
Daily Hepatitis C Treatment at the PharmacyEditor’s note: Daily witness ingestion (DWI) is a practice used in some countries. If you have questions about this, reach out to...reactionscomments
Depression and Anxiety in End-Stage Liver DiseaseDisclaimer: If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, call the United States National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. ...reactions1comment
Hep C Point-of-Care TestingTechnology is ever-evolving, providing increased options for enhanced convenience and care. One type of medical technology that has helped with identifying people...reactionscomments
Post-Liver Transplant ManagementIf you have undergone a liver transplant as a result of hepatitis’ insults to the liver, chances are, you have already received...reactions1comment
Starting Your Hep C Treatment with Mavyret Mavyret, or Maviret, is a direct-acting antiviral that treats hep C. It is a combination of 2 ingredients: glecaprevir and pibrentasvir). Over...reactions2comments
Flu Season is Upon Us!For those of us in the northern hemisphere, we have officially entered influenza season. Most of us understand the importance of the...reactionscomments
Navigating the Holidays with Hepatitis CThe holidays are intended to be a period of relaxation, joy, and love. However, for some people, holidays may instead bring out...reactionscomments
What are Hepatitis C Lookback Programs?You may have heard of a hep C lookback program, or may have been involved in one at some point during your...reactionscomments
Hepatitis A, B... and C Vaccine?The development of the hepatitis A and B vaccines in the 1980s led to a shift to control hepatitis viruses through preventative...reactionscomments
Disclosing your Diagnosis to Allied Healthcare ProfessionalsIf you have recently been diagnosed with hep C, you may be wondering whether you are required to inform other healthcare professionals...reactionscomments
Sleepless Nights and Hep CInsomnia, or troubles sleeping, is something we have all experienced at one point in our lives. Job demands, societal pressures, monetary stress, and...reactions1comment
The Sunshine Vitamin and Hep CMost people have heard of Vitamin D, also commonly known as the “sunshine vitamin”. Vitamin D is a vitamin found in certain...reactionscomments
The Link Between Hep C and HIV The link between HCV (hepatitis C virus) and HIV has been known for quite some time. For someone with HIV, an additional...reactionscomments
Should You Take a B12 Supplement? It's likely you've heard of vitamin B12's many benefits. We hear claims that it improves memory, provides a burst of energy, and...reactionscomments
What is the Difference between Viral Load Testing and Antibody Testing? Part 2Read Part 1 here Viral load testing detects the amount of hepatitis C virus that is found in the blood. Viral load...reactionscomments
What is the Difference between Viral Load Testing and Antibody Testing? Part 1Receiving a hepatitis C diagnosis can feel like a whirlwind. The testing leading up to the diagnosis is confusing and can be...reactionscomments
Tips from a COVID-19 Vaccinator If you have chronic hep C, chances are your doctor has recommended that you receive your COVID-19 vaccine. Depending on where you...reactionscomments
How is Liver Fibrosis Treated? Fibrosis is the scarring that occurs in the liver as a result of repeated injury. When scarring occurs, the liver no longer...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C Stigma Doesn’t DiscriminateLast year, a hepatitis C prescription was sent to my pharmacy from an infectious disease clinic. The clinic noted that this was...reactions1comment
