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FDA Advisors Recommend Antiviral Pill for Early COVID Treatment

Molnupiravir, the first oral antiviral for COVID-19, reduces the risk of hospitalization or death if started within five days.

Success of COVID Antiviral Pills Hinges on Access to Speedy and Accurate Tests

The new drugs must be used within a narrow window of time after developing symptoms.
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Oral Antiviral Drug Cuts COVID-19 Hospitalization [UPDATED]

Molnupiravir reduces severe illness and death, but it must be started within days after developing symptoms.

Starbucks Employee Might Have Exposed Thousands to Hepatitis A Virus

Customers of the New Jersey Starbucks are urged to get vaccinated against hepatitis A, a virus that causes liver inflammation.

Mixed Outcomes for HIV-Positive People With Liver Cirrhosis

People with HIV had fewer cirrhosis-related complications but greater healthcare utilization.

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All Adults Can Now Get COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Boosters further reduce the risk of severe illness and can help curb coronavirus transmission.

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Higher Risk of Liver Cancer in People with NAFLD Linked to High Blood Iron Levels

Research has shown that elevated levels of iron in the blood from hereditary hemochromatosis can raise the risk of HCC.

Biden Picks Robert Califf to Lead the FDA Again

Robert Califf headed the Food and Drug Administration for 10 months under Obama. Will he manage to implement his ideas this time around?

Hepatitis C Treatment Has Declined Since 2015

The number of people treated for hepatitis C hit a low point during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Hepatitis C Is Rising Among Pregnant People and Newborns

Pregnant people at highest risk for hepatitis C were white, American Indian or Alaska Natives and lived in the Northeast or Appalachia.
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White House Now Supports Harm Reduction Such as Needle Exchanges

To fight drug overdoses, HIV and hepatitis, the Biden administration is endorsing harm reduction, including syringe services.

Who should receive COVID-19 vaccine boosters?

Immunocompromised people and those with underlying health conditions can benefit from additional shots.

Maternal Obesity Raises Risk of Fatty Liver Disease in Children

Advanced stages of NAFLD were more commonly seen in people whose mothers had obesity or overweight during pregnancy.
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