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Hepatitis C¬–Infected Livers Can Be Safely Transplanted

People without hep C can receive a hep C–positive liver and then clear the virus through treatment.

Updated Transplant Guidelines Allow for More Organ Donations

Especially from people who might have been considered a risk for transmitting HIV and hepatitis B and C

Hep C Testing Following HIV Diagnosis Needs to Increase

An analysis of an insurance database found that just half of people newly diagnosed with HIV were tested for hepatitis C within a year.

UPDATED: Who Is Most Susceptible to the New Coronavirus?

People with cancer, heart disease and diabetes are at increased risk for serious illness from COVID-19.

Institutional Racism Affects COVID-19’s Impact on African Americans

Anthony Fauci, MD, highlighted how socioeconomic status contributes to racial disparities during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Hepatitis A Outbreaks Are Cropping Up Again Nationwide

Several states are reporting a rise in cases of the infectious liver disease.

Fatty Liver Disease Tied to Reduced Capacity for Exertion in Adolescents

This connection may be attributable to lower iron levels.

New Survey to Assess the Impact of COVID-19 on Hepatitis Patients and the Community

NVHR, Hepatitis Education Project, NASTAD, Hep B United, and HepVu are joining together to gather insight and data

10 Tips for Surviving Summertime Skin: Liver Patients Guide

I’ve learned how to enjoy the sun and avoid the miserable skin issues.

Even Lean People With HIV Can Get Fatty Liver Disease

Nearly a quarter of lean HIV-positive people in a recent study had NAFLD, and 16% of them developed fibrosis.

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UPDATED: Lawsuit Filed Against Federal Health Care Rule Targeting LGBT Protections

A coalition of LGBT groups sues the Trump administration over the rule. The lawsuit is “Whitman-Walker Clinic v. HHS.”

Physicians Need to Better Document Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

By recording such details, clinicians can aid in improving LGBTQIA+ health disparities, argues a researcher.

How Companionship of Pets Help With Hepatitis C and Liver Disease

When I was going through my treatment for hepatitis C, my dogs wore invisible nurses caps and showered me daily with love.

Fatty Liver Disease Signals High-Risk Pregnancy

A new study analyzed how non-alcoholic fatty liver disease affects maternal health outcomes.
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