Dealing with Stress and Hepatitis CStress can stem from many sources: relationships, work, finances, medical insurance, worry, anger, or fear of the unknown with dealing with hepatitis...reactionscomments
How Do I Tell My Partner That I Have Hep C? Part 2In the last blog, I shared my personal journey with sharing with my then spouse about testing positive for hep C, the...reactionscomments
Let Go of Past Treatment Fears: Don't Be Afraid to Start TreatmentHaving hepatitis C can be extremely overwhelming and full of fear. Back in 2005, after learning my mother tested positive and then myself...reactionscomments
Shifting Gears: Hep C Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Side EffectsHave you been tested for hep C? Did they tell you that you have hep C? Have you been treated? Are you...reactionscomments
A New Start: Life after Hep CWith the passing of each moment, day, month and year, we have a renewed opportunity to start renewed. New and renewed does...reactionscomments
Prescription DelaysRecently, I learned a big lesson on refilling my prescriptions. After several phone calls to my doctor and trips to the pharmacy, I...reactionscomments
Hope with Skin On: Dealing with Hep CWhen I was first diagnosed with hepatitis C, I felt devastated and alone. I told my doctor I wanted to talk to...reactionscomments
Why I Dread Going to The Doctor's OfficeI have become very stressed going into the doctor’s office. Each time, I set off the alarms on the blood pressure machines and...reactionscomments
The Dangers of Comparing Ourselves to Other Hepatitis C PatientsWhen I was diagnosed with hepatitis C many years ago, there were few support groups. The only websites available offered a dark...reactionscomments
The Next Big ThingWhen it comes to hep C, is there a next big thing we are all waiting for? Nothing big in the science...reactionscomments
The Rising Number of Children with Hepatitis CWith the recent rise of opioid drug addiction, we are seeing a rising number of children being diagnosed with hep C. My foundation...reactionscomments
Why Start Treatment for Hepatitis C? Lower Your Risk of Liver Cancer, Liver Scarring, & Cognitive Problems, To Start!Untreated, chronic hepatitis C can lead to serious health issues, such as include liver cirrhosis, problems with liver function, and liver cancer...reactionscomments
Your Questions About Hepatitis C. Answered.Millions of Americans have hepatitis C without even knowing it. Many people with hep C do not show symptoms, so the virus...reactionscomments
Good Days and Bad DaysSomedays, it's hard to determine if you are having a good day or a bad day because when you are going through...reactionscomments
Young BloodStigma is complicated. As a vertical transmission, I found out about my status early in life, at the age of 12. While...reactions1comment
It’s Music to My Ears...Music has always been an important part our lives and it is no different for me. As a music student, musician, and...reactionscomments
Dealing with Nosey PeopleThe most awful part of hepatitis C is dealing with other people who do not understand what it is. At first, I...reactionscomments
Questions to Ask Your Liver SpecialistYou can prepare ahead for your next doctor’s appointment by knowing what questions to ask that will help you understand your condition...reactionscomments
Expert Interview: Treatment Experiences, Talking about Hep C, and Getting CuredThe hepatitis C journey is different for EVERYONE. While some patients know how they contracted hep C, others don't. While some experience...reactionscomments
Working through a Hepatitis C DiagnosisBeing diagnosed with hepatitis C can make a person feel out of control, hopeless, and often helpless. Have you ever had those...reactions2comments
