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Infections and infectious diseases

Find out everything you need to know about infections, including symptoms, treatment, causes, management and more.

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How can I avoid yeast infections?
Ways to avoid vaginal yeast infections include lowering sugar intake in the diet, taking probiotics,...

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6 things hep C patients need when calling an insurance company
Your insurance company will need some information from you in order to process your claim. Prepare f...

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How long will hep C treatment take?
Hep C treatment can range from 8 to 24 weeks depending on your situation. Watch this video to learn ...

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How blood transfusions for sickle cell may have impacted hepatitis C rates among Black Americans
A 2020 study found that Black Americans accounted for up to 23% of diagnosed hepatitis C in the US. ...

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The importance of diversity in clinical trials for hepatitis C
Aja McCutchen, MD, does a deep dive into why hepatitis C seems to disproportionately affect Black pe...

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Seeking accessible healthcare for the Black community: one woman's journey from homelessness to hepatitis C survivor
Pat, a hepatitis c survivor, leads by example as a health advocate and shares her thoughts on dispar...

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Why should baby boomers be tested for hepatitis C?
Baby boomers should be tested for hepatitis C, says HealthMaker Stacy Wiegman, PharmD, Sharecare Adv...

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Why is the successful management of hepatitis C so challenging?
Symptoms of hepatitis C are often silent. Here, HealthMaker Stacy Wiegman, PharmD, Sharecare Advisor...

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Why would a doctor not treat a hepatitis C patient with medication?
In the past, hepatitis C drugs didn't cure the disease. So, doctors took a wait and see approach. In...

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Taking care of hepatitis C now and looking toward the future
An effective vaccine is the next logical step in the battle against hepatitis C. Christopher O'Brien...