Wednesday, December 14, 2005


Hepatitis C Information - Cirrhosis Of The Liver



Cirrhosis Of The Liver
Title: Cirrhosis Of The Liver
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 12/31/1997
Last Editorial Review: 12/1/2005
Pegasys Shown More Effective In Study
Schering and Roche are taking part in dueling press releases. Each claiming their solution is better. Either way, they seem to be splitting hairs regarding effectiveness. There is no clear winner when they keep firing PR salvos back and forth....
Alcoholism Facts
Title: Alcoholism Facts
Category: Health Facts
Created: 8/9/2005
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2005

Hepatitis C Information - HCV


HCV
Originally one source of non-A non-B hepatitis (~90%?), hepatitis C virus (HCV) was first definitively identified by molecular cloning of the virus genome in 1989 ( Choo et al, Science 244: 359-62

Hepatitis C HCV treatments .. Save a life Beat Hepatitis C
Learn how to beat hepatitis c and its symptoms. Beat chronic hep c virus ( HCV) with alternative medicine treatment and herbal supplements including milk thistle, natcell thymus to prevent liver

Hepatitis C
against HCV. The presence of anti-HCV antibodies in a person with a risk factor or evidence of liver disease strongly suggests the diagnosis of chronic hepatitis C. The absence of anti-HCV

Hope 4 HCV
ATWatchdog, AFIRM, and ARM, and realized that we were all affected by HCV. All four organizations had HCV projects, but we realized that we could accomplish much more by working together, instead of

Tuesday, December 13, 2005


Hepatitis C Information - Peregrine Pharmaceuticals Names Leading Influenza Expert to Its Scientific Resource Board


Peregrine Pharmaceuticals Names Leading Influenza Expert to Its Scientific Resource Board
PR Newswire - a Phase I clinical trial for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C infectionand is being studied preclinically for use in

Monday, December 12, 2005


Hepatitis C Information - Treating Chronic Mutational Hepatitis B with Chinese Medicine Vitalliver (Vigconic

Treating Chronic Mutational Hepatitis B with Chinese Medicine Vitalliver (Vigconic Suppositories)


Treating chronic mutational hepatitis B with Chinese medicine Vitalliver (Vigconic suppositories)


ZHANG GUAN HUA, LIANG CHAO, ZHENG WAN PIN


Chengdu University of TCM, Hepatitis Laboratory in the attached hospital of Chengdu University of TCM, Sichuan, China

Research Method:

Quantitative determination by contrasting HBV-DNA of cases before and after the treatment.

Number of cases: 25 (n)

Case Selection: Between the age of 16 and 65, in accordance with the diagnosis standards pf chronic Hepatitis B, with negative e antigen and positive e antibody, HBV-DNA > 1 104 cp/mL.

Detection Method: All the blood samples are detected by Sichuan Clinical Detection Center; PCR-ELISA quantitative determination is used within detection range of 1 104 - 1 107-8, HBV-DNA, unit of measurement is cp/mL.

Direction Plan: one suppository provided by Vigconic (International) Ltd. Bid. The course of treatment is six months, the tracing observation after withdrawal lasts six months.

Observation index:


  1. HBV-DNA response after the treatment.

  2. Lasting HBV-DNA response (six months after withdrawal).
    p>

Criterion of Therapeutic Effect:


  1. If HBV-DNA volume 1 104 cp/mL: 4/25 (16%)

  2. Lasting response:


HBV-DNA volume 1 104 cp/mL: 2/25 (8%)

Among the results of lasting response, 16 blood serum samples are detected through fluorimetric quantitative determination PCR by the instruments of PE.USD, H-7700 in the second attached hospital of Guangzhou Medical College. The result is in accordance with that in Sichuan Clinical Testing Center. (8 cases among it 1 102 cp/mL). The testing range of this testing method is 1 102 - 1 107-8 cp/mL.

Conclusion

The reason for the repeatedly abnormal liver function of Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) patients lies in the repeatedly duplication of HBV after infection, which leads to fibrosis of liver, then cirrhosis and liver cancer. It is commonly accepted that if CHB shows the transformation of HBeAg/Anti-HBe, HBV-DNA becoming negative, liver function returning to normal state, the disease is relieved. However, parts of patients with the transformation of HBeAg/Anti-HBe still remain positive in HBV-DNA and the pathological change in the liver continues. Because HBV-DNA occurs promoter mutation in the anterior C section (1896 necleoside G-A variation) or in the C section (1762 nucleoside T variation, 1764 G-A variation), HBeAg cannot come into being. Therefore, the HBeAg in the patient s blood cannot be detected, while the virus can keep on duplicating and fixing itself. Through sequential assay of nucleic acid, it proves that promoter mutation appears in 30%-60% of HBeAg negative Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) in the anterior C section or in the C section. In some provinces and cities of the People of China, the percentage of promoter mutation appears in HBeAg negative Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) in the anterior C section or in the C section is from 17.6% to 78.9%. Eight out of the 25 cases of our observation go through the sequential assay of nucleic acid carried out by the Department of Microbiology of the University of Hong Kong. It all proves to have HBV-DNA mutation. The chronic mutational Hepatitis B is infectious and apt to cause cirrhosis and liver cancer since the present medicines of antivirus and immuno-modulator do not produce the expected therapeutic effects.

Vitalliver suppository is made up from a formula of Chinese herbs, including Ginseng, Deer Horn, Cordyceps, Radix Astragali, Frudctus Cnidii, Semen Cuscutae, etc. The formula is mainly for strengthening the body resistant and primarily for reinforcing Kidney Qi, which produces good therapeutic effects in treating chronic mutational Hepatitis B. The mechanism is probably that through the regulating of immune system, the duplication of virus is inhibited and meanwhile the liver is protected, so it can produce a lasting therapeutic effect. No adverse reaction and severe accident happens during clinical observation, so it is safe for using. Vitalliver is bringing hopes to the treatment of chronic mutational Hepatitis B.

* The second stage of clinical trial would be carrying out by the Microbiology Department of the University of Hong Kong and Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vigconic.com


Or, contact:


William Yip cs@vigconic.com
p>
5/F, Cheung Wah Building, Sheung Heung Rd,


Kowloon, Hong Kong


Tel: 852-27656200


Fax: 852-27645314
p>

Chengdu University of TCM, Hepatitis Laboratory in the attached hospital of Chengdu University of TCM, Sichuan, China


webmaster@vigconic.com


Hepatitis C Information - Guidelines for Laboratory Testing and Result Reporting of Antibody to Hepatitis C Virus (PDF)


Guidelines for Laboratory Testing and Result Reporting of Antibody to Hepatitis C Virus (PDF)
... hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection (CDC. Recommendations for prevention and control of hepatitis C virus [HCV] infec- ...

CDC: Viral Hepatitis C
includes information on prevention, testing, and risk factors, and management of HCV infection.

Hepatitis C Information - FDA gives Fast Track status to Vertex's Hepatitis C treatment


FDA gives Fast Track status to Vertex's Hepatitis C treatment
Mass High Tech - the FDA granted the Fast Track designation because chronic hepatitis C virus infection is a serious and life-threatening

Sunday, December 11, 2005


Hepatitis C Information - Patient resources : Hepatitis


Patient resources : Hepatitis
... Viral Hepatitis B - Fact Sheet. Hepatitis C Information ... Canadian Association for the Study of the Liver. Canadian Hepatitis C Information Centre ...

Hepatitis C Information on Healthline
Welcome Guest | Register or Sign In. Web | News. Print Email Save

HepCnet, Hepatitis C information support and resources, Hep C support
Hepatitis C virus information and support for people suffering from Hepatitis C. We are here to support and offer compassion that can only come from the personal experiences of hundreds of other Hepatitis C victims

Education and prevention resources - Hepatitis C
This section provides details of and links to hepatitis C education and prevention related resources. ... Legislation & Policy. Hepatitis C Information ... Multilingual Resources. Hepatitis C Information Brochure - This resource was developed as an information resource for ...

Hepatitis C Information - MIGENIX Reports Second Quarter Results


MIGENIX Reports Second Quarter Results
BC Technology - study in treatment naive and interferon-intolerant genotype 1 HCV patients was completed in September 2005 with a total

Baseline Factors Identify HIV-HCV Coinfected Patients Prone to Hematological Toxicity during Anti-HCV Therapy
HIV and Hepatitis.com - This was a multicentre, prospective, observational study conducted at 11 hospitals in Spain during the period 2002-2003. One-hundred and forty-two HIV/HCV-coinfected patients received peginterferon-alpha2a plus ribavirin.

Severe Impairment In Quality Of Life In Hiv+ With Hcv But Not With Hbv
National AIDS Treatment Advocacy Project - Tillmann, University Leipzig, Leipzig, Thorsten Kaiser, Universita t Leipzig, Leipzig, Michael P. Manns, Reinhold E. IMPAIRMENT IN QUALITY OF LIFE IN HIV+ WITH HCV BUT NOT WITH HBV Conference Reports for NATAP AASLD OF LIFE IN HIV+ WITH HCV BUT NOT WITH HBV Reported by

Hepatitis C Information - Hepatitis C



Hepatitis C
Title: Hepatitis C
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 12/31/1997
Last Editorial Review: 9/17/2005
Shorter Therapy Effective for Genotypes 2 and 3
Genotypes 2 and 3 are much more responsive to current interferon combination therapies. This report details studies that show a shorter course of treatment might be just as effective as longer courses. Researchers continue to refine treatment protocols for HCV...
Hepatitis C
Title: Hepatitis C
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 12/31/1997
Last Editorial Review: 9/17/2005
Vertex granted fast-track status for hepatitis C drug
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Subject: Vertex granted fast-track status for hepatitis C drug
Added by mfeed on Dec 11, 2005 5:05 am (GMT -4)

Biz Journals - Federal regulators are granting fast-track designation for Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s new hepatitis C drug under development. Cambridge, Mass.-based Vertex (Nasdaq: VRTX) said the special designation for VX-950 means the U.S.... Read more...

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Hepatitis C Information - Index | CDC Viral Hepatitis


Index | CDC Viral Hepatitis
Surveillance Forms, Disease Burden Data and Publications Order Free Educational Materials Resource Center : variety

Information for Health Care Providers : Hepatitis C : NYC DOHMH
Hepatitis C Information for Health Care Providers General Information Providers' Frequently Asked Questions Hepatitis C Training and Workshops Integration of HCV into Existing Programs

METRO Trial: Hepatitis C Information
Hepatitis C is a virus that is found in the blood, and Hepatitis C infection occurs as a result of contact with infected blood. Prior to the early 1990s, when there were no good

Canadian Hepatitis C Information Centre - Links
Welcome to the "Canadian Hepatitis C Information Centre" website. This website has been optimized for use with an internet browser that understands frames (Netscape 2 or higher and/or

Hepatitis C Information - Hepatitis C: FAQ | CDC Viral Hepatitis


Hepatitis C: FAQ | CDC Viral Hepatitis
Frequently Asked Questions About Hepatitis C Diagnosis and testing What is hepatitis C? Is there a vaccine for the prevention of HCV infection? What

Hepatitis
Minophagen C (SNMC) on hepatic histography in non-A, non-B chronic active hepatitis. In Viral Hepatitis C, D, E, ed. T Shikata, RH Purcell, T Uchida. Amsterdam: Excerpta Medica, 1991, 205 9. 47

Hepatitis non-B, non-C - Test for Viral Hepatitis
Meta-analysis of interferon randomized trials in the treatment of viral hepatitis C in naive patients: 1999 Update. J Viral Hepat 2001;8:48-62. 84. Poynard T

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Viral Hepatitis C Prevention for Injection Drug Users Unifying science, education, and service to transform lives. Brigette Finkelstein-Ulin, MPH Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is the most

Epidemiology of Hepatitis C
VA National Hepatitis C Web Site Business cards [PDF, 593K] LINKS Major Viral Hepatitis C Web Sites VA Home Page / Site Map / Facilities Locator / Disclaimer / Accessibility / Current Benefits / Privacy

Hepatitis C Information - Liver cancer, hep C clue


Liver cancer, hep C clue
Health24 - Scientists have long noted a link between chronic hepatitis C infection and an increased risk for liver cancer has long been known that hepatitis C infection can lead to liver

Call for free condoms to combat spread of HIV in prisons
Guardian Unlimited - Prison healthcare, the report authors say, is 'substandard' and many prisoners have no access to condoms, disinfecting tablets, clean needles or healthcare information. tests to establish more accurate levels of HIV and hepatitis C infection.In order to avoid the spread of sexually

Liver Cancer, Hepatitis C Connection Gets Clearer
Grand Junction Daily Sentinel - Scientists have long noted a link between chronic hepatitis C infection and an increased risk for liver cancer has long been known that hepatitis C infection can lead to liver

Hepatitis C Information - Immunization: National Immunization Awareness Month



Immunization: National Immunization Awareness Month
Title: Immunization: National Immunization Awareness Month
Category: Health Facts
Created: 8/1/2005
Last Editorial Review: 8/1/2005
Another Biotech Contender
Here is another compound from a biotech pharmaceutical company. This antisense approach has been spoken of with great promise. We look forward to seeing how it proceeds. We'll stay tuned to this one......
Liver Cancer, Hepatitis C Connection Gets Clearer
Title: Liver Cancer, Hepatitis C Connection Gets Clearer
Category: Health News
Created: 12/8/2005 1:59:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/8/2005 1:58:50 AM
Vertex granted fast-track status for hepatitis C drug
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Subject: Vertex granted fast-track status for hepatitis C drug
Added by mfeed on Dec 11, 2005 5:05 am (GMT -4)

Biz Journals - Federal regulators are granting fast-track designation for Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s new hepatitis C drug under development. Cambridge, Mass.-based Vertex (Nasdaq: VRTX) said the special designation for VX-950 means the U.S.... Read more...

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Hepatitis C Information - Hepatitis C - A Journey


Hepatitis C - A Journey
This is a page about my jourey taken in an effort to rid myself of the HCV virus. ... Dr Koop's Hep C page - this is VERY nicely done ... Focus on HEP C - A good place for news and other info...

A Hepatitis C Primer
resource for anyone wanting to learn more about the virus. Includes medical research as well as personal experiences.

Hep C and thyriod
Patient medical question and answer from The Hepatitis Forum. Health topic area and articles about hepatitis c Topics: hepatitis C, thyroid,hepatitis, indicate, liver. ... Hepatitis Forum have been answered by doctors from Henry Ford Health System. Hep C and thyriod ... The test results said I had Hep C. Could the lump in ...

Hepatitis C: An Epidemic for Anyone
public health awareness site hosted by Dr. C. Everett Koop and providing information about hepatitis C and the hepatitis C epidemic.

What TESTS tell you if you have Hep C? - BrainTalk Communities
What TESTS tell you if you have Hep C? Hepatitis C (HCV)

Hepatitis C - Alternative Treatment for Hepatitis Alchemist Lab
Hans Nieper. Protocol. Welcome To Alchemist Lab . We provide education and treatment for Hepatitis C. ... For those on disability with Hepatitis C we provide that service free of charge. HEP C Formula Now Called REM ...

Hepatitis C Information - Treating Chronic Mutational Hepatitis B with Chinese Medicine Vitalliver (Vigconic

Treating Chronic Mutational Hepatitis B with Chinese Medicine Vitalliver (Vigconic Suppositories)


Treating chronic mutational hepatitis B with Chinese medicine Vitalliver (Vigconic suppositories)


ZHANG GUAN HUA, LIANG CHAO, ZHENG WAN PIN


Chengdu University of TCM, Hepatitis Laboratory in the attached hospital of Chengdu University of TCM, Sichuan, China

Research Method:

Quantitative determination by contrasting HBV-DNA of cases before and after the treatment.

Number of cases: 25 (n)

Case Selection: Between the age of 16 and 65, in accordance with the diagnosis standards pf chronic Hepatitis B, with negative e antigen and positive e antibody, HBV-DNA > 1 104 cp/mL.

Detection Method: All the blood samples are detected by Sichuan Clinical Detection Center; PCR-ELISA quantitative determination is used within detection range of 1 104 - 1 107-8, HBV-DNA, unit of measurement is cp/mL.

Direction Plan: one suppository provided by Vigconic (International) Ltd. Bid. The course of treatment is six months, the tracing observation after withdrawal lasts six months.

Observation index:


  1. HBV-DNA response after the treatment.

  2. Lasting HBV-DNA response (six months after withdrawal).
    p>

Criterion of Therapeutic Effect:


  1. If HBV-DNA volume 1 104 cp/mL: 4/25 (16%)

  2. Lasting response:


HBV-DNA volume 1 104 cp/mL: 2/25 (8%)

Among the results of lasting response, 16 blood serum samples are detected through fluorimetric quantitative determination PCR by the instruments of PE.USD, H-7700 in the second attached hospital of Guangzhou Medical College. The result is in accordance with that in Sichuan Clinical Testing Center. (8 cases among it 1 102 cp/mL). The testing range of this testing method is 1 102 - 1 107-8 cp/mL.

Conclusion

The reason for the repeatedly abnormal liver function of Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) patients lies in the repeatedly duplication of HBV after infection, which leads to fibrosis of liver, then cirrhosis and liver cancer. It is commonly accepted that if CHB shows the transformation of HBeAg/Anti-HBe, HBV-DNA becoming negative, liver function returning to normal state, the disease is relieved. However, parts of patients with the transformation of HBeAg/Anti-HBe still remain positive in HBV-DNA and the pathological change in the liver continues. Because HBV-DNA occurs promoter mutation in the anterior C section (1896 necleoside G-A variation) or in the C section (1762 nucleoside T variation, 1764 G-A variation), HBeAg cannot come into being. Therefore, the HBeAg in the patient s blood cannot be detected, while the virus can keep on duplicating and fixing itself. Through sequential assay of nucleic acid, it proves that promoter mutation appears in 30%-60% of HBeAg negative Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) in the anterior C section or in the C section. In some provinces and cities of the People of China, the percentage of promoter mutation appears in HBeAg negative Chronic Hepatitis B (CHB) in the anterior C section or in the C section is from 17.6% to 78.9%. Eight out of the 25 cases of our observation go through the sequential assay of nucleic acid carried out by the Department of Microbiology of the University of Hong Kong. It all proves to have HBV-DNA mutation. The chronic mutational Hepatitis B is infectious and apt to cause cirrhosis and liver cancer since the present medicines of antivirus and immuno-modulator do not produce the expected therapeutic effects.

Vitalliver suppository is made up from a formula of Chinese herbs, including Ginseng, Deer Horn, Cordyceps, Radix Astragali, Frudctus Cnidii, Semen Cuscutae, etc. The formula is mainly for strengthening the body resistant and primarily for reinforcing Kidney Qi, which produces good therapeutic effects in treating chronic mutational Hepatitis B. The mechanism is probably that through the regulating of immune system, the duplication of virus is inhibited and meanwhile the liver is protected, so it can produce a lasting therapeutic effect. No adverse reaction and severe accident happens during clinical observation, so it is safe for using. Vitalliver is bringing hopes to the treatment of chronic mutational Hepatitis B.

* The second stage of clinical trial would be carrying out by the Microbiology Department of the University of Hong Kong and Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vigconic.com


Or, contact:


William Yip cs@vigconic.com
p>
5/F, Cheung Wah Building, Sheung Heung Rd,


Kowloon, Hong Kong


Tel: 852-27656200


Fax: 852-27645314
p>

Chengdu University of TCM, Hepatitis Laboratory in the attached hospital of Chengdu University of TCM, Sichuan, China


webmaster@vigconic.com


Hepatitis C Information - Chronic Hepatitis C: Current Disease Management


Chronic Hepatitis C: Current Disease Management
from the National Institutes of Health. Resources on the treatment of hepatitis C as well as risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis.

Disease Category Listing (79): Hepatitis
CenterWatch Listing of Clinical Research Trials for Hepatitis ... Anaheim; Advanced Clinical Research Institute. Hepatitis C research study for Latino and non-Latino patients ... Interferon-na ve Patients with Chronic Hepatitis C Genotype 2 or 3 Virus ...

Hepatitis Neighborhood
resource for people with the Hepatitis A, B, and C viruses. Offers medical articles, drug development updates, nutritional advice, newsletter, and chat.

Veterans Helping Veterans with Hepatitis
... of Health have released the 2002 Consensus Statement for Hepatitis C. This is a very important document as ... no KNOWN cure YET for Hepatitis C, but with research going on ...

WHO | Hepatitis C
This site only. Media centre. Fact sheet N 164. Revised October 2000. Hepatitis C ... Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver which had been referred to as parenterally1 transmitted "non ... discovery and characterization of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) led to the ...

Veterans Affairs National Hepatitis C Program
provides information about viral hepatitis for health care providers inside and outside the VA system, veterans, and the general public.

Hepatitis C Information - Health Tip: Nail Salon Safety



Health Tip: Nail Salon Safety
Title: Health Tip: Nail Salon Safety
Category: Health News
Created: 4/12/2005 1:59:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/12/2005 1:58:31 AM
More HCV Treatment News Coverage
The Los Angeles Times is one of the largest daily newspapers in the U.S. Their interest in HCV is indicative of a growing awareness of the extent of the disease in this country. The article clearly focuses on the hope...
Alcoholism Facts
Title: Alcoholism Facts
Category: Health Facts
Created: 8/9/2005
Last Editorial Review: 8/29/2005
New Information about Protein Synthesis Machinery
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Subject: New Information about Protein Synthesis Machinery
Added by glog on Dec 11, 2005 1:49 am (GMT -4)

The researchers have used the newly solved structure to better understand protein synthesis and to learn how the hepatitis C virus might hijack the protein synthesizing machinery in human cells.......... Read more...

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI Scan)
Title: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI Scan)
Category: Procedures and Tests
Created: 12/31/1997
Last Editorial Review: 8/31/2005


Hepatitis C Information - Hepatitis C


Hepatitis C
Beach Family Doctors -- Huntingtion Beach, California ... occur several days before the jaundice appears. If chronic hepatitis C develops, the symptoms can vary ... Individuals with chronic hepatitis C can be treated with the drug, interferon ...

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Consensus Development Program: Management of Hepatitis C
... in the treatment of patients with chronic hepatitis C, the bulk of available evidence pertains ... alfa benefits some patients with chronic hepatitis C. In terms of biochemical ...

Hepatitis C
... Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, "Chronic Hepatitis C: Current Disease Management ... Diseases Information Clearinghouse, "Chronic Hepatitis C: Current Disease Management ...

PBS - Who Cares: Chronic Illness in America -- Hepatitus C
... Resources. Chronic Hepatitis C: Current Disease Management ...

Hepatitis C Information - Hep C victims plead for cash


Hep C victims plead for cash
CNEWS - The furious forgotten victims of tainted blood rallied yesterday to make sure the government doesn't forget them again.

- Hep C victims' families seek public inquiry
Glasgow Evening Times - RELATIVES of Hepatitis C victims who died after receiving blood transfusions have launched a legal action to seek a public inquiry into the deaths.

Grits sprinkle more dough
Edmonton Sun - agreement to advance plans to expand aid for those infected with Hep C before 1986 or after 1990 called the timing of the Hep C announcement an 'obnoxious' bid to

HIV/Hepatitis C Symposium Announced for North Carolina
PRWeb - The 2006 North Carolina Symposium on Hepatitis C and HIV is set for March 30 and 31, 2006 in Durham. percent of the 25,000 state residents with HIV also have Hep C, which greatly impacts their treatment and patients basic understanding of Hep C, HIV, and co-infection, Stringfield

'Too few' on hep C treatment
The Australian - Health _