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 pain, fatigue, etc. Sometimes, it's the same day... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Treatment Restrictions: The Dangers of Mandating AbstinenceIf we are committed to seeing the elimination of hep C as a global pandemic, we need to remove all barriers to access to treatment. Although some jurisdictions have relaxed... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
How Hepatitis C Affects the BrainHepatitis C is a disease caused by a virus that infects the liver. In addition to damaging the liver, research also shows that hepatitis C can cause other symptoms. Some... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Young BloodStigma is complicated. As a vertical transmission, I found out about my status early in life, at the age of 12. While I was diagnosed at a children's hospital, I... By rick-nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 later a teacher, music has played a central... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 did not understand either. I kept my diagnosis... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Common Poop Problems with Hep CSince the liver is part of the gastro system, you may expect to have poop problems with hepatitis C. We can tell when something doesn’t feel right, and it’s important... By Karen Hoyt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Who Gets Diagnosed with Hepatitis C?Millennials are the most likely subgroup of the population to get the hepatitis C virus (HCV) according to a 2019 study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases. Specifically, this... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Nodules: What Are They?Back in 2010 when I was diagnosed with stage 4 cirrhosis, it was explained that I needed to undergo more testing and biopsies for some “nodules” found on my liver... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 and treatment. If helpful, ask a family member... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 many side effects of hepatitis C or its... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 feelings? I remember feeling overwhelmed when I was... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Treating My Thick Fungus Toenails Sorry to be gross, but I’m treating my thick fungus toenails again. This is not my first go around. My toenails were so awful before I treated hepatitis C, that... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hepatitis C Risks: Are We Forgetting About Teens?The number of teenagers and young adults with hepatitis C has gone up in recent years. So, doctors are looking for ways to deal with this issue. Most of the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Our Truth: Hepatitis C ExperiencesRecently, in a thread on social media, a friend remarked about another person speaking their truth. It made me think about just how truth can be a subjective thing and... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Importance of Vaccines with Hepatitis CA proactive step towards taking care of your liver is to guard against other conditions and disease. Fighting hepatitis C is already hard work for your body’s immune system and... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Staying Active When You Have Hepatitis CThe word "activity" has a different meaning to everyone. As someone who has always appreciated the idea that some activity is good, how I define that is shaped by the... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Falling Through The Cracks: Results from the 2019 Hepatitis C In America SurveyHepatitis C affects over 70 million people worldwide, and approximately 3.5 million Americans. Untreated, the consequences of hepatitis C can be significant, but, fortunately, there is a cure. Unlike harsh... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
For Caregivers: Tips To Help Make Time for Self-CareHow many people do you care for? Just managing your family can be a full-time job. If you work and/or are a caregiver to someone who is aging or has... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments