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Hepatitis C Testing: Low-Cost Resources You Need To Know About

Most people with hepatitis C don’t know they have it. The infection can quietly damage the liver for years without any noticeable symptoms, which is why hepatitis C testing is so important. Catching the virus early can prevent serious complications and make treatment more effective. But many people put off testing for Hepatitis C because they’re not sure where to go or how much it will cost. NeedyMeds can help by connecting people to low-cost or free healthcare resources, including clinics that offer hepatitis C screenings, diagnosis, and treatment support. In this blog, we’ll explain why hepatitis C testing is […]

Do You Have Hepatitis C?

The answer may be an obvious “no” for some, but millions of Americans don’t know the answer or don’t realize that they are a carrier. Hepatitis C is a bloodborne disease that can lie dormant for years or even decades before showing any symptoms. Transmission occurs between blood-to-blood contact, with most new cases stemming from intravenous drug usage and a smaller percentage stemming from sexual activity. The recent heroin epidemics in midwestern and southern states have resulted in a spike of new Hepatitis C and HIV cases, as people are sharing needles without proper needle exchanges set in place. The […]

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