Megan Munoz, RN, MSN, CMSRN, CDCES

Editor's note: if you have any concerns or questions throughout your pregnancy, it is important to speak to your doctor. Pregnancy comes with a basketful of emotions: excitement, fear, stress, joy...

The death of Naomi Judd brought to light the number of famous people with hepatitis C. It is important to note that Naomi Judd did not die due to her...

Your pharmacist may be an overlooked healthcare team member, but they shouldn’t be. Especially if you are living with hepatitis C. One of the liver's jobs is to break down...

The CDC estimates that at least 16 percent of people over age 18 will experience depression at some point. Depression can affect anyone at any age and impacts people from all...

Too often, social impacts on your health are not given a lot of attention. Especially things that happened to you growing up and the type of situations you were put...

Your social life may not be the first thing that comes to mind after a hepatitis C diagnosis. However, social connections are important in a number of ways.  Here are just...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hepatitis C might have a close connection. Hepatitis C infections may lead to kidney damage. On the other hand, the risk of getting hepatitis C is...

Editors Note: If you have any questions concerning your kidney health, please see your doctor. It is estimated that 4 in 10 people with chronic hepatitis C will go on...

Starting a family is such an exciting time!  And while most of us imagine a dreamy pregnancy with few complications, the reality is some of us will hit a few...

Editors Note: Always talk to your doctors about your own risk factors and if you think you might be at risk for getting cirrhosis. Having a risk factor for a...

Editor's Note: Always talk to your doctor or medical professional if you have any vaccine concerns or questions. More than 50% of people with hepatitis C will develop a chronic...

Sharing your medical information is a very personal decision.  There are many things to think about when you’re trying to decide what, and if, you will tell others about your...

When you hear the words "hep C", your mind may go straight to your liver health.  However, chronic hep C can affect your body in a number of ways, including...

Insulin resistance is a term most people use when talking about type 2 diabetes, not hepatitis. But insulin resistance doesn't just affect those with diabetes. It can happen with chronic hepatitis...

The terms “acute” and “chronic” get thrown out at medical appointments and in healthcare notes. Understanding the difference between these two is essential, especially when it comes to hep C...

When you are diagnosed with an infection, fears may turn to your family members and their safety. How do you protect loved ones from getting sick as well? Hep C...

Electronic health records (called EMRs or EHRs) are changing the way you get your medical information. Often, you can now read medical notes written by your provider without having to...

If you live with chronic liver disease, you may be taking a class of medication called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers are most commonly used to lower blood pressure, lower your risk of...

Using supplements (vitamins, minerals, and herbs) is pretty common in the United States. And, while some may be needed medically, often supplements are used outside the direction of a medical...

Blood transfusions: They’re a life-saving option in modern healthcare. However, the journey to get to that point has crossed 100s of years - and it’s had its challenges. One of...