Saturday, January 21, 2006


Hepatitis C - What is Hepatitis C?(NC)-Hepatitis C is an infectious

What is Hepatitis C?

(NC)-Hepatitis C is an infectious virus that is carried in the blood and harms the liver. About 240,000 Canadians are infected, many of whom are unaware that they even have it. The number of people with hepatitis C is increasing in Canada and around the world, primarily among those who share needles and other drug equipment. An estimated 5,000 Canadians - mostly young people - get this virus each year. p>

Although the hepatitis C virus has been around for a long time, it was only identified in 1989. It causes inflammation of the liver, which often progresses to cirrhosis (scarring that makes it difficult for the liver to function normally). Of the estimated 5,000 people that are newly infected each year, up to 70 percent experience no symptoms. For some, symptoms may not show up for 20 or 30 years. In the meantime, they may, unknowingly, be infecting others. That is why it is important to know if you are at risk and how to take preventative action.

If you think you have hepatitis C, or that you may be at risk, visit your doctor and ask for the simple blood test for this disease. For more information, contact a health care professional, and visit Health Canada's Web site at www.healthcanada.ca/hepc.

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News Canada provides a wide selection of current, ready-to-use copyright free news stories and ideas for Television, Print, Radio, and the Web.

News Canada is a niche service in public relations, offering access to print, radio, television, and now the Internet media, with ready-to-use, editorial "fill" items. Monitoring and analysis are two more of our primary services. The service supplies access to the national media for marketers in the private, the public, and the not-for-profit sectors. Your corporate and product news, consumer tips and information are packaged in a variety of ready-to-use formats and are made available to every Canadian media organization including weekly and daily newspapers, cable and commercial television stations, radio stations, as well as the Web sites Canadians visit most often. Visit News Canada and learn more about the NC services.



Hepatitis C - Enzo Biochem Shareholders Elect Three Directors at Annual Meeting


Enzo Biochem Shareholders Elect Three Directors at Annual Meeting
Genetic Engineering News - Enzo Biochem, Inc. (NYSE:ENZ) announced the election of three directors at the Company's annual meeting today, as well as approval of the Company's 2005 Equity Compensation Incentive Plan. The three Class III directors, each elected to three year

GlobeImmune raises $38M
Denver Business Journal - The Aurora company, a maker of immunotherapy pharmaceuticals called Tarmogens, will use the funding to complete more placebo-controlled clinical trials for its products, GI-4000 and GI-5005. New investors joining the Series B round include PAC-LINK

Adverse effects of, and diseases transmitted by blood transfusion
Manila Bulleting Online - What does the term blood product mean? What are the possible adverse effects and diseases transmitted by blood transfusion? A friend of mine died of cirrhosis of the liver because he received blood that was contaminated with hepatitis B virus when he

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma risk increased with prolonged high HIV viral
Aidsmap - Prolonged high HIV viral loads are associated with an increased risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) independent of CD4 cell counts, according to data from the French Aquitaine Cohort published in the February 1 st edition of Clinical Infectious

Potential strategy to improve T cell immunotherapy
RxPG - By DFCI, Like boxers wearied by a 15-round bout, the immune system's CD8 T cells eventually become "exhausted" in their battle against persistent viral infection, and less effective in fighting the disease. In a study to be published Dec. 28 on the

Tarvacin(TM) Anti-Viral Hepatitis C Clinical Program in Acceleration
RxPG - "The initial success of our efforts to accelerate the HCV clinical trial program for Tarvacin Anti-Viral is gratifying in view of Tarvacin's promise as an important new treatment option for a number of viral infections, including chronic hepatitis C

Friday, January 20, 2006


Hepatitis C - Primary Biliary Cirrhosis


Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
Title: Primary Biliary CirrhosisCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997Last Editorial Review: 9/17/2005

Your Results May Vary For HCV Treatment
According to this study, actual treatment results may be only half as good as touted. Doctors tend to trust the numbers presented by the pharaceutical companies. The pharmaceutical companies have a vested interest in presenting the best numbers they can...

Cirrhosis Of The Liver
Title: Cirrhosis Of The LiverCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997Last Editorial Review: 12/1/2005

Hepatitis C - HCV Advocate.org


HCV Advocate.org
Up-to-date and accurate information about treatment hepatitis C.

Hepatitis C Resources and Information
Hepatitis C Resources and Information is a website with up-to-date hepatitis C weblinks, hep C information, HCV defined and undefined, inspiration for ...

HCV
hepatitis C virus (HCV) was first definitively identified by molecular cloning ... Pathophysiology of hepatitis C virus infection and related liver disease. ...

Hepatitis C
Australia is years ahead of any other country in combating HCV. This short fact sheet gives you a brief glimpse of the state of HCV in Australia and what is ...

Thursday, January 19, 2006


Hepatitis C - Hepatitis B


Hepatitis B
Title: Hepatitis BCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 1/26/2001 11:58:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/21/2005

Hepatitis C Patients Taxing Medical System
Title: Hepatitis C Patients Taxing Medical SystemCategory: Health NewsCreated: 12/31/2005 1:59:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 12/31/2005 1:58:37 AM

Doctor: Getting the Most from Your Doctor s Appointment
Title: Doctor: Getting the Most from Your Doctor s AppointmentCategory: Doctor's ViewsCreated: 5/13/2005Last Editorial Review: 5/13/2005

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

Hepatitis C - hbv_research


hbv_research
... 23-Oct-2002 Lamivudine does not increase the efficacy of interferon in the treatment of mutant type chronic viral heaptitis B; 23-Oct-2002 Hepatitis C ...

Lamivudine does not increase the efficacy of interferon in the ...
Lamivudine does not increase the efficacy of interferon in the treatment of mutant type chronic viral heaptitis B. Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2002 07:45:06 -0400 ...

THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF NONHUMAN PRIMATE RESEARCH TO HUMAN HEALTH
... Barker, LF, Maynard JE, Purcell RH, Hoofnagle JH, Berquist KR, London WT. 1975.Viral heaptitis, type B in experimental animals. Am J Med Sci 270:189-195. ...

Gastroenterology
Clinicopathological study of viral heaptitis, A. Malik IA, Muzaffar M & Aftab. Pakistan J Med Res 1987; 26(1): 4. AFIP, Rawalpindi ...

Nurses Update
Coinfection HIV & Viral Heaptitis: a. guide. December 2003. Third Edition. Produced in Association with the Australian Liver ...

Wednesday, January 18, 2006


Hepatitis C - Treating Chronic Mutational Hepatitis B with Chinese Medicine

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).
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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
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5/F, Cheung Wah Building, Sheung Heung Rd,


Kowloon, Hong Kong


Tel: 852-27656200


Fax: 852-27645314
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Chengdu University of TCM, Hepatitis Laboratory in the attached hospital of Chengdu University of TCM, Sichuan, China


webmaster@vigconic.com


Hepatitis C - ANGER OVER `LOW-KEY' LIVER REPORT


ANGER OVER `LOW-KEY' LIVER REPORT
Community Newswire, UK - Dec 20, 2005... The report estimates there are currently 4,500 people in the UK living with severe liver disease as a result of having a chronic hepatitis C infection and ...

Human Genome Sciences Reports on Progress Toward Commercialization ...
PR Newswire (press release), NY - Jan 10, 2006... Commercialization - - Plan to Advance LymphoStat-B(TM) to Phase 3 in SLE - - Plan to Advance Albuferon(TM) to Phase 3 in Chronic Hepatitis C - - Working to ...

Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. Announces Appointment of Senior ...
PR Newswire (press release), NY - Jan 4, 2006... recombinant interferon-alpha 2-b), for the treatment of malignant melanoma, hairy cell leukemia, AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma, chronic hepatitis C and chronic ...

Valeant buys InterMune hepatitis C drug
San Francisco Business Times, CA - Jan 3, 2006... company said. Infergen is used to treat adult patients suffering from chronic hepatitis C viral infections with liver disease. Costa ...

Anadys Pharmaceuticals to Initiate 28-Day Clinical Trial of ANA975 ...
Yahoo! News (press release) - Dec 22, 2005... News) announced today that it plans to initiate a Phase Ib, placebo-controlled, multiple-dose clinical trial of ANA975 in chronic hepatitis C patients in ...

Biochemical connection between hepatitis C virus and liver cancer ...
Xagena.it, Italy - Jan 6, 2006... Approximately 200 million people worldwide suffer from chronic hepatitis C, which can persist in the body for decades after an initial infection, often causing ...

Tuesday, January 17, 2006


Hepatitis C - Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma risk increased with prolonged high HIV viral


Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma risk increased with prolonged high HIV viral
Aidsmap - Prolonged high HIV viral loads are associated with an increased risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) independent of CD4 cell counts, according to data from the French Aquitaine Cohort published in the February 1 st edition of Clinical Infectious

T-cell boost may increase immunity
Science Daily - They says the cells eventually become "exhausted" in their battle against persistent viral infection and less effective in fighting the disease. In a study to be published Dec. 28 on the journal Nature's Web site, researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer

Potential strategy to improve T cell immunotherapy
RxPG - By DFCI, Like boxers wearied by a 15-round bout, the immune system's CD8 T cells eventually become "exhausted" in their battle against persistent viral infection, and less effective in fighting the disease. In a study to be published Dec. 28 on the

GlobeImmune raises $38M
Denver Business Journal - The Aurora company, a maker of immunotherapy pharmaceuticals called Tarmogens, will use the funding to complete more placebo-controlled clinical trials for its products, GI-4000 and GI-5005. New investors joining the Series B round include PAC-LINK

Hepatitis C - A Good AASLD Meeting Summary


A Good AASLD Meeting Summary
This is a terrific overview article regarding the AASLD meeting. Liz Highleyman did a fantastic job of condensing the key aspects and announcements. One of the most interesting updates/corrections of known information is the upward measurement of the number of...

Vaccination Tames Hepatitis A Infection
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Cirrhosis Of The Liver
Title: Cirrhosis Of The LiverCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997Last Editorial Review: 12/1/2005

VX-950 To Get Fast Tracked
As you may recall we've been saying VX-950 is the revolutionary new therapy to watch for HCV. Now it looks like the FDA agrees this treatment is quite promising and deserving of faster approval than a lesser worthy approach. Another...

Vertex's Hepatitis C Drug Has Improved Chance Of Success
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Monday, January 16, 2006


Hepatitis C - Ways You Can Get Infected With Hepatitis C(NC)-Hepatitis

Ways You Can Get Infected With Hepatitis C

(NC)-Hepatitis C is spread through contact with infected blood. Here are just some of the ways in which you can be infected with this virus:

Sharing needles, straws, pipes, spoons and other drug-related equipment.

(At least two-thirds of all new hepatitis C infections are drug-use related. Cleaning equipment with bleach does not always effectively kill the virus) p>

Getting a tattoo, body piercing or acupuncture from an operator who does not use sterile equipment or techniques

Being born to a mother with hepatitis C

Getting pierced by a needle or sharp equipment that has infected blood on it ( in a hospital, workplace situation, etc.) p>

People who had blood transfusions before the testing of blood donations became mandatory in 1990 may also be at risk. And, while the risk is low, it is also possible to become infected by sharing personal household articles such as a razor or toothbrush with an infected person. The risk of transmission of hepatitis C during sex is also low, unless both parties have open bleeding sores.

It is estimated that 240, 000 people in Canada are currently infected with hepatitis C, of whom only 30% know they have the virus.

If you think you may be at risk, either now or from past risky activities see a doctor. The virus can be detected with a simple blood test, and there are steps and medications you can take to successfully minimize the effects of the disease if your diagnosis is positive. For more information, visit Health Canada's Web site at www.healthcanada.ca/hepc.

About The Author

News Canada provides a wide selection of current, ready-to-use copyright free news stories and ideas for Television, Print, Radio, and the Web.

News Canada is a niche service in public relations, offering access to print, radio, television, and now the Internet media, with ready-to-use, editorial "fill" items. Monitoring and analysis are two more of our primary services. The service supplies access to the national media for marketers in the private, the public, and the not-for-profit sectors. Your corporate and product news, consumer tips and information are packaged in a variety of ready-to-use formats and are made available to every Canadian media organization including weekly and daily newspapers, cable and commercial television stations, radio stations, as well as the Web sites Canadians visit most often. Visit News Canada and learn more about the NC services.



Hepatitis C - Hepatitis C Treatment - Clinical Pathway (PDF)


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Re: Drug and Herb Interaction w/Hep C
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Hepatitis C - Fonda Protest Missing -- Tour No Where in Sight


Fonda Protest Missing -- Tour No Where in Sight
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Can heavy sweating during sleep be related to smoking marijuana or
Better Health Channel - Q27. I have a boyfriend who smokes pot and I hate it. He knows, but when I sleep next to him, he sweats really bad. Is this because of the drugs or is it because of Hep C? l was reading about Hep C which explained that people with this condition

Files on infected blood destroyed
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Saliva Hep C Test Developed
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Sunday, January 15, 2006


Hepatitis C - HCV Link to Cancer Found


HCV Link to Cancer Found
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Hepatitis C - Gastroenterology


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... Clinicopathological study of viral heaptitis, A. ...

Giornale di malattie infettive e parassitarie on Medscape - 20 12
... of Owren's Thrombotest in acute viral hepatitis, viral heaptitis of prolonged duration, acute post-hepatitis atrophy of ...

http://202.154.204.240/content/cmri/edu/E_2_00.xls (MICROSOFT EXCEL)
... Does not Increase the Efficacy of Interferon in the Treatment of Mutant Type Chronic Viral Heaptitis B :-A Pilot Study ...

Hepatitis C Virus: Viral Hepatitis C - [Behavior of Owren's Thrombotest in acute viral hepatitis, viral heaptitis of...
Hepatitis C Virus Information. Wednesday, December 07, 2005. Viral Hepatitis C - [Behavior of Owren's Thrombotest in acute viral hepatitis, viral heaptitis of prolonged duration, acute post-...

Hepatitis C Treatment Alternatives: hbv_research (Hepatitis C Treatment Alternatives)
... in the treatment of mutant type chronic viral heaptitis B 23-Oct-2002 Hepatitis C and Hepatitis ... Berquist KR, London WT. 1975. Viral heaptitis, type B in experimental animals ...