Alcohol and Hepatitis CIt is easy to understand why a person with a hepatitis C diagnosis would wonder how alcohol will affect their condition. Not...reactionscomments
Sodium in Your Diet and Hepatitis C: What You Should KnowIn a typical human body, the liver works with other organs to help the body process whatever is brought in. This includes...reactionscomments
What Not to Say to a Person with Hep CWarning: This blog is full of sass mouth. When people are insensitive, they can say some pretty stupid stuff. That includes rude...reactions3comments
Hepatitis C Transmission Risk Factors and PreventionHepatitis C can be contracted in many ways. A proactive step is to get tested for hepatitis C, regardless of if you...reactionscomments
FDA Makes Way for Experimental Drugs to Fight COVID-19On March 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the testing of two drugs, chloroquine (hydroxychloroquine) and remdesivir, to treat...reactionscomments
Differences and Disparities in Hepatitis C Rates in the United States: Race, Gender, and GeographyThe hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major concern, especially among certain populations. The number of American adults with HCV infections exceeds...reactionscomments
Finding Peace with a Hep C DiagnosisFinding peace with a hep C diagnosis can be difficult, if not impossible. The fear, despair of now being labeled, loneliness, and...reactionscomments
The Importance of Healthy Choices When StressedThe importance of healthy choices is vital when your stressed, especially for those fighting hepatitis C and liver disease. Stress has been...reactionscomments
Close to the Finish Line of Hepatitis C TreatmentI remember my hepatologist’s nurse telling me, "Those last few weeks of treatment can often seem the longest". By this point, you...reactionscomments
Healthy Habits with Hepatitis CHave you ever felt stuck in unhealthy habits? Albert Einstein once said, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over...reactionscomments
Important Factors Before Hepatitis C TreatmentTo determine which hepatitis C treatment is best suited for each patient depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the...reactionscomments
Do Not Lose Yourself Trying To Please OthersThis topic came up this morning while talking to a friend. How often does one tend to neglect themselves while trying to...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, and Portal HypertensionHepatitis C can often lead to a domino effect of complications. For example, left untreated, hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis (severe...reactionscomments
Take the Fatigue and Health Survey!The 2020 Fatigue and Health survey has now closed. Thank you for your interest! We are excited to share the results with...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
Muscle and Skeletal Symptoms with Hepatitis CMany people who have been diagnosed with hepatitis C also experience muscle and skeletal problems. In fact, according to our 2018 Hepatitis...reactions3comments
What Are Extrahepatic Manifestations?Infection with hepatitis C virus (HCV) primarily affects the liver, but other organ systems may be affected as well, especially during chronic...reactions1comment
One White Pine: Building Spaces for Living & HealingProfessor and landscape architect Daniel Winterbottom has been designing and building therapeutic gardens for over 20 years. Here, he shares his unique...reactionscomments
Symptoms of Hepatitis CHepatitis C is often referred to as HCV (hepatitis C virus) or hep C, and is a viral infection that attacks the...reactions2comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to...reactionscomments
