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
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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
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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
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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
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Years after a cure became available for hepatitis C, infections are skyrocketing.
The Trouble with California’s Hep C Strategy
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Good intentions are having unintended consequences for hepatitis C patients in California.
U.S. is Missing the Mark on Hepatitis C Elimination
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When it comes to curing hepatitis C, the United States is at the bottom of the barrel.
Watching, Waiting for Access in Puerto Rico
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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
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Two new publications point to the value of treating hepatitis C – early, aggressively and alongside heightened screening efforts.