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From Death Sentence to Lifelong Resilience: Pamela Anderson on Hepatitis C
health1 month ago

From Death Sentence to Lifelong Resilience: Pamela Anderson on Hepatitis C

Pamela Anderson has described her hepatitis C diagnosis in the late 1990s as a 'death sentence,' revealing she publicly disclosed the infection in 2002 after contracting it from a tattoo needle shared with then-husband Tommy Lee. A cure became available in 2011, and she announced she was hepatitis C-free four years later, but she noted the high cost and lack of universal insurance coverage for treatment. Speaking at amfAR’s Courage Award in Venice, she framed her journey as a transformation from victim to victor, using her art to reclaim her life and advocate for others facing the disease.

via NBC News|
#amfar#health#hep-c-cure
Pamela Anderson reveals draining her bank to beat hepatitis C
entertainment1 month ago

Pamela Anderson reveals draining her bank to beat hepatitis C

Pamela Anderson disclosed that she was diagnosed with hepatitis C in the late 1990s when there was no cure, saying it compelled her to spend everything she had to pay for a yearlong FDA‑approved treatment. She later beat the illness by 2015 and spoke about the stigma and emotional toll, urging others to get tested as she discussed her journey at the amfAR Gala in Venice.

via Yahoo|
#amfar-gala#entertainment#hepatitis-c
Pamela Anderson: ‘Lucky’ to Beat Hepatitis C After Paying Out of Pocket
entertainment1 month ago

Pamela Anderson: ‘Lucky’ to Beat Hepatitis C After Paying Out of Pocket

Pamela Anderson revealed she was diagnosed with hepatitis C in the late 1990s with an estimated 10-year life expectancy and disclosed the diagnosis in 2002. She believes she contracted the virus from sharing a needle with ex-husband Tommy Lee (he denies it). After a year-long interferon treatment with painful side effects, she paid out of pocket because insurance hadn’t covered the cure at the time. About a decade later a cure became available and she was able to become hepatitis C-free in 2015, using her amfAR Award of Courage speech to advocate for testing, reduce stigma, and raise awareness while continuing her acting career.

via USA Today|
#amfar-gala#entertainment#hepatitis-c
Pamela Anderson Embraces Victory Over Hepatitis C at amfAR Venice Gala
entertainment1 month ago

Pamela Anderson Embraces Victory Over Hepatitis C at amfAR Venice Gala

Pamela Anderson recalled a hepatitis C diagnosis in the late '90s framed as a death sentence, but after a cure emerged in 2011 and treatment completed by 2015 she became 'not a victim, but a victor,' delivering an empowering speech at amfAR Venice where she received the Award of Courage; the gala also showcased Marina Abramović’s Award of Inspiration and high-profile auctions.

via Variety|
#amfar#award-of-courage#entertainment
England Nears Hepatitis C Elimination Milestone Ahead of 2030 Goal
health2 months ago

England Nears Hepatitis C Elimination Milestone Ahead of 2030 Goal

England is on track to eliminate hepatitis C, having met the target to treat 80% of known cases and seeing a 36% drop in related deaths over the past decade. Antiviral tablets cure more than 95% of cases in 8–12 weeks. NHS England has expanded diagnosis through A&E and GP testing, plus free at‑home tests, with over 100,000 people diagnosed and treated since 2015. About 50,200 adults live with hepatitis C in England (2024), with roughly 84.6% diagnosed (just shy of the 90% target). The 65% mortality reduction versus 2015 remains unmet but could be reached before 2030, as officials push to identify everyone at risk through free home-testing kits and targeted testing for people born in certain Eastern European countries.

via BBC|
#antiviral-therapy#health#hepatitis-c
Salon Safety: How manicure tools can spread hepatitis B and C—and how to prevent it
health2 months ago

Salon Safety: How manicure tools can spread hepatitis B and C—and how to prevent it

Hepatitis B and C spread mainly via infected blood. The piece warns manicure/pedicure can pose a small transmission risk if tools are contaminated and not properly sterilised. To reduce risk, demand single-use needles, proper sterilisation (autoclave where possible), and gloves between clients; salons should follow infection-control procedures. If exposure is suspected, seek medical advice promptly; HBV has a vaccine (HBIG in some cases) but there is no vaccine for HCV, so prevention and early screening are vital.

via Hindustan Times|
#health#hepatitis-b#hepatitis-c
Silent signals: catching liver cancer before it whispers
health3 months ago

Silent signals: catching liver cancer before it whispers

Liver cancer often grows quietly due to the liver’s large reserve capacity, so early signs are vague and easily mistaken for other issues. Key warning signs include unexplained weight loss, persistent fatigue, reduced appetite, and right‑sided abdominal pain; as it progresses, ascites and jaundice may appear. Those with hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis, MAFLD, or a family history are at higher risk. Early detection via blood tests (including liver function and AFP), ultrasound, CT or MRI improves treatment outcomes, with regular surveillance recommended for high‑risk groups. Preventive steps include hepatitis vaccination, limiting alcohol, maintaining a healthy weight, managing diabetes and fatty liver disease, and routine health screenings.

via The Times of India|
#early-symptoms#health#hepatitis-b
Philly dental clinic shut over unsanitary conditions; patients urged to test for HIV and hepatitis
local4 months ago

Philly dental clinic shut over unsanitary conditions; patients urged to test for HIV and hepatitis

Philadelphia health officials suspended the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square license and closed the clinic after unsanitary conditions were found. Former patients who visited from April 2025 through May 2026 will be notified by mail to seek testing for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C; a hotline (215-685-5488) is available for questions. No infections have been confirmed, and the clinic will not reopen until infection-control remediation is completed and the dentist’s license is reinstated. A separate investigation by the Pennsylvania Department of State is underway, and Dr. Kirti Chopra is cooperating with authorities.

via CBS News|
#hepatitis-b#hepatitis-c#hiv
Dad's Illness Revealed as NHS Scandal Victim
health1 year ago

Dad's Illness Revealed as NHS Scandal Victim

Maegan Clay's father was infected with hepatitis C through contaminated NHS blood products in the 1980s, a revelation that came too late to save his life and deeply affected their relationship. The scandal, involving thousands of victims, has led to a government inquiry, compensation schemes, and ongoing calls for justice and acknowledgment for those affected.

via BBC|
#blood-transfusion#health#hepatitis-c