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England Nears Hepatitis C Elimination Milestone Ahead of 2030 Goal
health15 days 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
health28 days 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
health1 month 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
local3 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
health10 months 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
"Bringing Treatment to Patients: Tackling the Silent Epidemic with CT Facility Outreach"
healthcare2 years ago

"Bringing Treatment to Patients: Tackling the Silent Epidemic with CT Facility Outreach"

The Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is bringing Hepatitis C treatment directly to patients at its Lebanon Pines facility in Connecticut, aiming to reduce stigma and keep patients in the program. With an estimated 18,300 people in the state living with Hepatitis C, the on-site treatment provides a safe space for men with concurrent addiction and mental health disorders to reintroduce them to healthcare. The organization's efforts align with President Joe Biden's proposed $11 billion plan to eradicate Hepatitis C, emphasizing the potential to cure the illness and prevent its spread.

via Hartford Courant|
#healthcare#hepatitis-c#lebanon-pines
"Decline in Hepatitis C Cases in the US: Temporary Fluctuation or Lasting Trend?"
health2 years ago

"Decline in Hepatitis C Cases in the US: Temporary Fluctuation or Lasting Trend?"

New U.S. hepatitis C infections dropped by 6% in 2022, marking a surprising improvement after a decade of steady increases. Health officials are uncertain whether this decline is a statistical blip or the start of a downward trend, and are awaiting 2023 and 2024 data for further insights. While infection rates declined for white Americans, they continued to rise in Black, Latino, and Native American communities. Factors contributing to the decline may include successful prevention efforts, needle exchanges, and a shift from injecting to smoking drugs among users. Despite the encouraging decline, the 2022 statistics are still twice as high as those in 2015, and the CDC estimates that about 67,000 new hepatitis C infections occurred in 2022.

via ABC News|
#decline#drug-use#health