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Though the statistics vary somewhat from state to state, nationwide about 65% of all disability claims are denied on the first application. Luckily, receiving a denial does not mean that...

There are lots of plusses to drinking water with hepatitis C. This is especially true while you’re on medication. In fact, during hep C treatment, you should consume more water...

This article tackles the question, "how does hepatitis C affect the kidneys?" by providing an explanation of the kidneys and their basic functions, then discussing their side effects from the...

May is Hepatitis Awareness month, and May 19 is World Hepatitis Day. There are still so many people who do not understand what Hepatitis C is, how it can impact...

Hepatitis C is often associated with liver damage, or abdominal pain due to liver damage. Although these are common symptoms, there are some other symptoms that may also be indicative...

A Baby Boomer is someone who was born between 1945-1965. This generation often mistakenly assumes that diseases, such as any form of hepatitis, to be considered sexually transmitted and thus...

In my writing I often draw on personal and lived experience in my own journey with hepatitis c to craft my stories. In this piece I want to talk about...

After the long, confusing process of applying for Social Security disability benefits, it is understandably very frustrating to receive a denial. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) has no official...

I tried ignoring those needle-like stings and aching bones. It’s hard for me to admit that neuropathy from hepatitis C treatment is a part of my life. Just like many...

With hepatitis C and liver disease, a good diet can make a heap of difference. Who can really eat perfectly all the time? I’m snacking on chips while writing this...

Pharmaceutical companies exist in order to create new or better drugs for current medical problems. They spend billions of dollars finding new or better drugs; in doing so, they have...

Drinking with hepatitis C is like throwing fuel on a flame. This may not be a popular opinion. Some of you might even think that it’s too restrictive. I can...

Many people ask us about hepatitis C testing, antibodies, and false positives. Here are answers to some of the most common (and most confusing!) questions about hep C tests. When...

It is possible to work out no matter how long we had the hepatitis C virus. This exercise set is for those of us who have advanced liver disease. I...

When you live with a chronic illness or disability, it can sometimes be difficult to function in the workplace. However, many workers who are struggling may be reluctant to speak...

The hepatitis C virus usually lasts for a few months. It is important to take care all the details regarding your health before you begin treatment. This includes your dental...

It was one of the first things I wondered during my emergency room diagnosis. I had the hepatitis C virus and I was dying. My liver was failing. I didn’t understand...

Cardiovascular disease is the overall term for blood vessel diseases and problems. There are four main diseases that you have likely heard about, both within the general media and maybe...

There is nothing easy about having a tube slid down your throat. It is double the insult when they want to put one in your bottom. When you have a...

Editor's Note: Requirements for disclosing your hepatitis C and HIV statuses vary by state. Hepatitis C patients have been discussing the pros and cons of disclosing their hepatitis C status...