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New Blumberg Institute Laboratory to Develop Better Liver Tests

The lab is named after the late Steve W. Miller, a widely respected employee of Johnson & Johnson Consumer.

CDC Streamlines COVID-19 Guidance

The update aims to help the public better protect themselves and understand their risk.

Vertical Transmission of Hepatitis C Is Higher Than Previously Reported

However, rates of persistent HCV infection at age 5 were lower than previously assumed.
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New Global Guidelines on HIV, Hepatitis and STIs for Those Most Affected

WHO offers the best ways to prevent, diagnose and treat HIV, hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections for five key populations.

Hep ElimiNATION Updates State Grades & Publishes New List of Resources

List is meant to serve as a resource for state officials, advocates and other stakeholders to support viral hepatitis elimination efforts.

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Antihistamines Tied to Lower Risk of Liver Cancer in People With Hepatitis B or C

The risk of HCC fell further as cumulative antihistamine use rose in people with HBV, HCV or both.

CHLPI & NVHR Statement on New CDC Data Revealing Impact of Insurance Barriers on Hepatitis C Treatment Access

Too few people diagnosed with hepatitis C are being treated, despite availability of medications capable of curing this viral infection.

Older, White and More Educated People Choose Medical Aid in Dying

Three quarters of those who opted for medical aid to end their lives were people with cancer.

US Marine Donates Liver to Stranger

The two live only two miles from each other.

Only 41% of Pregnant People Were Screened for Hepatitis C in 2021

People who were covered by Medicaid were less likely to be screened than those with private health insurance.

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NIH Updates Hepatitis B Strategic Research Plan

The roadmap includes improved strategies for vaccination, screening and follow-up care.

Hope for Older Patients with Liver Cancer

A liver transplant may still be a viable option for older people with liver cancer.

Kiwis Urged to ‘Stick it to Hep C’ with Launch of National Hepatitis C Awareness Campaign [VIDEO]

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