However, rates of persistent HCV infection at age 5 were lower than previously assumed.

Left untreated, hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer and the need for a liver transplant.

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

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

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

New studies offer evidence that an unexpected virus plays a role—but it needs a helper.

Most cases in the ongoing outbreak have been among gay and bisexual men and are largely associated with sex.

Antibody levels decrease substantially within three months after a booster, according to new clinical trial data.

Liver cancer is now less likely to be caused by hepatitis B or C, but more likely to be caused by fatty liver disease or alcohol.

People with HIV are at greater risk for hepatitis B but are less likely to get vaccinated and respond to vaccines.