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Like some of you, I got rid of hep C, but still live with side effects of the virus. Many debate whether our current conditions were caused by hep C...

Feeling helpless with a serious health diagnosis is real and scary. For me, it was like I was on a bus ride to nowhere and couldn’t get off. What I eventually learned...

As a Help-4-Hep counselor, I’ve heard it all. Help-4-Hep is a nationwide, toll-free telephone helpline, focused on answering questions about hepatitis C. In case you’re wondering what we do and...

When you are treating for hepatitis C, forming a relationship with a medical team is a first step. Remember, they are there to help you get rid of the virus...

As a peer counselor for Help-4-Hep, a nationwide toll-free telephone helpline for people who have been exposed to or diagnosed with hepatitis C, I've heard it all. When calling, many...

Arthritis is a word often used to describe joint pain. However, arthritis itself is not a single condition. Arthritis is very common, and is used to describe a variety of...

Understanding tests for hepatitis C equips you to be proactive. First, it’s important to know hepatitis C tests are not included with standard wellness blood tests done by your primary...

No matter if you are newly diagnosed, preparing for treatment, in treatment, or recovering, every step matters when fighting hepatitis C. Here are 10 steps to fight hepatitis C: Getting...

If there is anyone on the planet you should have confidence in, it's your doctor. What can you do when you don’t trust the doctor? After a move to another...

When we are having trouble thinking clearly with hepatitis C, it might be time to look for signs you have hepatic encephalopathy (HE), also known as brain fog. It’s very...

In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing health conditions like hepatitis C, and its side effects. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members...

Deciding when it’s time to end a toxic relationship is a lot harder than it looks. I’ve had more than my fair share of toxic relationships. And while in my...

Dealing with hepatitis C and liver disease is challenging and can make you feel out of control. But there are specific areas you do have control; Your diet is one...

Learning about hep C is very important. The more you know, the more relaxed you will feel. I found that when I was telling someone about my hep C, I was knowledgeable...

If you are newly diagnosed, talking to your doctor about hep C is an important first step in beginning treatment. Getting off to a good start helps you to set...

Individuals with hepatitis C know all too well the financial burden of the condition. New treatment options, including direct-acting antiviral medications, have higher cure rates and fewer side effects than...

The medical community is optimistic that once cured, that the hepatitis C (Hep C) virus is eradicated and no longer in one’s system. Short-term results support this, as repeated testing...

When your doctor wants to take deep peek at your liver, it can be scary. I’ve had so many, and want to offer you a step-by-step guide for stress-free MRI. Follow...

Everyone certainly has the right to share what they feel comfortable with, but sharing your story can help save someone’s life. Sharing our hepatitis C story can have a powerful...