Why Hepatitis B Demands More Attention
Most people are aware of hepatitis C, but other types of viral hepatitis and liver disease often get overlooked. As a result, Americans suffer.
Hepatitis Can’t Wait
Every 30 seconds a person dies from a hepatitis-related illness. That startling statistic underscores the urgency to test, treat and cure people with viral hepatitis, who often face dangerous delays.
Some States are Fighting Hepatitis C – and Winning
Across the country, state Medicaid programs are improving patients’ chances of being cured of hepatitis C. If more states follow suit, the deadly virus could be eliminated this decade.
A Map to Hepatitis Elimination
After years of steadily increasing hepatitis rates, the country has lost its way on controlling the deadly viral disease. Now, it has a new map.
Health Data Gaps Widen Racial Divide
Holes in clinical trials data could be keeping people of color from accessing the medication they need.
Spike in Hepatitis C Signals Treatment Access Barriers
Years after a cure became available for hepatitis C, infections are skyrocketing.
The Trouble with California’s Hep C Strategy
Good intentions are having unintended consequences for hepatitis C patients in California.
U.S. is Missing the Mark on Hepatitis C Elimination
When it comes to curing hepatitis C, the United States is at the bottom of the barrel.
Watching, Waiting for Access in Puerto Rico
While some hepatitis C patients stateside are rejoicing at newly-relaxed barriers to curative treatment, those covered by Medicaid in Puerto Rico must watch and wait.
HHS Reports Tout Value of Hepatitis C Treatment, Screening
Two new publications point to the value of treating hepatitis C – early, aggressively and alongside heightened screening efforts.
