How Is Hepatitis C Diagnosed?
Hepatitis C viruses are so small that they can only been seen with the most powerful electron microscopes. Yet simple tests can reliably tell whether
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Overview
There are only two ways to completely protect yourself from a sexually transmitted disease. You can abstain from sex altogether or have sex only with
How Does Hepatitis C Spread?
Unlike cold or flu viruses, the hepatitis C virus (HCV) does not spread easily. It is transmitted by direct contact with blood that carries the
How Much Do You Know About Protecting Your Liver?
Your liver keeps you alive by filtering dangerous toxins from your blood. So what are you doing to return the favor? It’s up to you
Hepatitis C Support Groups
The rules are simple at Monday’s lunchtime hepatitis C support group in the Oasis Clinic: Only one person speaks at a time, people’s stories don’t
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Hepatitis C?
The virus that causes hepatitis C wasn’t even discovered until 1989, but it has quickly earned a place among the most dangerous germs on earth.
What Can I Do to Stay Healthy and Protect My Liver?
If you’ve been diagnosed with hepatitis C, there is plenty you can do to stay healthy and lower your risk of developing serious liver disease.
Hepatitis A
What is hepatitis A? The liver is a large, hard-working organ that protects the body from toxins. It can handle all sorts of insults, but
What Are the Symptoms of Hepatitis C?
The symptoms of hepatitis C virus infection differ widely from one person to another. After being exposed to the virus, some people experience a short