Hepatitis C in ChildrenHepatitis C in children is uncommon. However, there are still 11 million children infected in the world. To put that number into perspective, it is equal to the entire population... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Vampire Disease of Hepatitis CWhen people think of vampires, they typically don’t think of hepatitis C. Vampire disease is a skin condition also known as porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT). PCT is an extrahepatic manifestation... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fatty Liver and Hep CNon-alcoholic fatty liver disease, also called NAFLD, is the buildup of fat in the liver. NAFLD is the most common liver condition in the United States; As obesity and diabetes... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do I Have to Treat Hep C if I am a Candidate for Liver Transplant? The idea of undergoing a liver transplant can be frightening; however, the idea of undergoing a liver transplant and being treated for Hepatitis C is enough to make anyone feel... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Emotional and Mental Impact of COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives in 2020. However, recent evidence shows it may have effects beyond the inconveniences and interruptions to daily life. New research shows that the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Liver Cancer and Hepatitis CLiver cancer is a risk for the more than 3 million people in the United States who have chronic hepatitis C. Research shows the impact of liver cancer on Americans... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
You Asked, We Answered: Frequently Asked Questions About Hepatitis CWhile the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can affect everyone differently, there is common ground among community members. To find out more about how people with HCV cope with their condition... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 difficult to interpret. Furthermore, it may not be... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 testing is also referred to as HCV RNA... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Guest Post: Treatment/Research Opportunity from the National Institutes of HealthWe are excited to share a guest post from researcher Steffan Cooper, Research Nurse Coordinator at the Liver Disease Branch of the National Institutes of Health. Researchers in the Liver... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Dangers of Requiring Sobriety for Hepatitis C TreatmentHepatitis C (HCV) is a virus that is passed on through blood and can cause chronic liver disease. More than 95 percent of HCV cases can be cured by antiviral... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Starting Your Hep C Treatment with EpclusaEpclusa is a direct-acting antiviral that treats hepatitis C infection. It is a combination of 2 ingredients: sofosbuvir and velpatasvir. Over 90% of people are able to achieve a cure... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Fatigue and Hepatitis CWaves of exhaustion or a continued, relentless tiredness and lack of energy are commonly reported symptoms for those with hepatitis C. Fatigue maybe the most “frequent and disabling extrahepatic symptom... By Daniel Winterbottom2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Muscle and Joint PainIn Health Union's 2020 Hepatitis C In America survey, muscle aches were reported as one of the most common symptoms of hepatitis C, second to fatigue. Among patients who were... By Daniel Winterbottom2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Dental Health and Hepatitis CPeople with hepatitis C are at an increased risk of dental complications. This is a result of the virus' impact on the individual's nutrition, immune system, and lifestyle. To exacerbate... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Serious is Hepatitis C?Hepatitis C is a liver infection with outcomes that are somewhat unpredictable. For some, the infection will remain benign and a person will live a full life without knowing that... By Daniel Winterbottom3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 improves mood. In addition, B12 is also touted... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 flu shot for the elderly, children, and those... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 strategies. Therefore, the development of vaccines has been... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My First Experience with Hepatitis C as a Healthcare ProfessionalPharmacists spend their training learning about the details of every condition, from its diagnosis to treatment. As a student, it can be difficult to grasp the effect of hepatitis C... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments