Hepatitis C - A Disappearing Disease?...Here is a link to a wonderful presentation by Dr. Norah Terrault. Dr. Terrault is a nationally recognized hepatologist from San Francisco. This video is well-worth a listen. http://www.uctv.tv/shows/Hepatitis-C-A-Disappearing-Disease-UCSF-Liver-Transplant-Conference-2014-29269...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTreatment
will not pay...My fiance's insurance (meedicaid) will not pay for the treatments. What can we do so that she can get the medication?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesInsurance & Disability
Telling Friends and Family That You Have Hepatitis C...Getting the news that you have hepatitis C can be one of the hardest days of your life. Telling someone you love may be even harder. You need to share... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
To Whom It May Concern...My name is Susie and I am one of the moderators here at HepatitisC.net. I was diagnosed with HCV in the early 90's and will share my story at some...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Hepatitis C in America...The Hepatitis C In America survey was conducted between December 2014 and January 2015. The primary goal of the study was to establish an understanding of the current state and... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Welcome to HepatitisC.net Stories...At HepatitisC.net, we believe that we are stronger together than we are alone. Living with hepatitis C can be a challenge, but the more we share and support one another... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Jenelle Marie Davis...Jenelle Marie Davis was previously an advocate for HepatitisC.net. She is the Founder & Executive Director of TheSTDProject.com - a multi-award-winning independent website and progressive movement, the STD Expert for Answers.com, an adjunct... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Community Rules...These rules apply to all activity on HepatitisC.net or Health Union operated properties, including but not limited to the website, HepatitisC.net Facebook pages, Instagram, etc. The term “activity” includes, but... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Karen Hoyt...I’m Karen Hoyt, a Hepatitis C survivor who beat the virus. I started ihelpc.com, Your Best Friends Guide, while living with end stage cirrhosis. Being a health food nut helped... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Barry Edge...We are extremely saddened to say that on January 24, 2019, Barry Edge passed away. Barry was a wonderful member of the HepatitisC.net community and an incredible advocate. He will... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Debra Walters...Debra was previously an advocate on Hepatitisc.net. Debra is a writer, a scientist, a doctor of pharmacy, and has spent the last twenty-five years in field research for pharmaceutical companies... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Sue Simon...Sue was previously an advocate on HepatitisC.net. I was diagnosed with hepatitis C and cirrhosis in 1991. My only symptoms were fatigue and a lack of stamina. Most people who... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Community Health Leaders...In order to stay up to date on latest treatments, drug discovery, clinical studies and how to manage Hepatitis C everyday HepatitisC.net brings you frequent articles, points of view and advice... By Editorial Team 8 min readBookmark for later
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Understanding Clinical Trials...A clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Drug Resistance...Drug resistance occurs when viruses or bacteria become resistant to the drugs that are typically effective against them. Hepatitis C (HCV) drug resistance occurs when HCV becomes resistant to 1... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Liver Imaging for Hepatitis C: Testing and Diagnosis...The Hepatitis C infection causes inflammation of the liver that may gradually lead to fibrosis or scarring of the liver. While the liver has some capacity to repair itself, if... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Community...Have a question? Ask the community! Share your story or read about others living with hepatitis C. Post in our forum boards and join the conversation! You can also participate... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Alcohol and Hepatitis C...Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and excessive alcohol consumption are both common causes of liver disease. However, when you combine the two, they work together to speed-up the progression of... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Liver Transplant...Liver transplantation is the second most common form of solid organ transplantation in the US, with over 6,000 procedures performed annually. Hepatitis C (HCV) infection, which is the cause of... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
