Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C It is also known as HCV and is mostly also transmitted through exposure to infective blood. This may happen through transfusions of HCV-contaminated blood and blood products, contaminated injections during medical procedures, and through injection drug use. Sexual transmission is also possible, but is much less common. There is no vaccine for HCV.

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World Hepatitis Day on 28th July: Swachch Bharat will help fight Hepatitis

Posted By Editorial Team, July 28, 2019 at 12:52pm

On World Hepatitis Day on 28th July, it is important to know that about 4 crore people in India are suffering from Hepatitis D and 80-90 lakh from hepatitis C, says Dr Ravi Gaur, COO, Oncquest Laboratories.
World Hepatitis Day on July 28th: Is sex safe with an infected person?

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, July 28, 2019 at 12:17pm

Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. It is a viral disease that can be transmitted via sex. Read on to know how you can take precautions to avoid this disease on the occasion of World Hepatitis Day.
World Hepatitis Day on 28th July: Significance, theme and history

Posted By Juhi Kumari, July 27, 2019 at 12:09pm

On the occasion of World Hepatitis Day on 28th July, let us see what makes this day so special and what its significance is.
HCV screening can prevent mothers to babies transmission of Hepatitis C

Posted By ANI, June 18, 2019 at 09:02am

According to a study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, almost half of the women infected with HCV are unaware of their infection, and current treatment with direct-acting antiviral regimens is quite effective.
Prevalence of Hepatitis virus higher among tribals in India: Report

Posted By IANS, June 01, 2019 at 10:48am

According to a recent report, the prevalence of hepatitis is higher in tribal areas of India. Hepatitis B is the leading cause of chronic liver diseases in the country.
Kidney cancer: All you need to know about the treatment options

Posted By Editorial Team, May 02, 2019 at 07:01pm

A new research has found that tall and obese kids are more likely to develop kidney cancer when they become adults. Here are the surgical options and therapies that you can expect while undergoing treatment for the condition.
On World liver Day, know about the different types of hepatitis

Posted By Editorial Team, April 19, 2019 at 11:57am

Hepatitis, a liver ailment, is considered to be a serious public health issue. As we celebrate World Liver Day today, here is all you need to know about various types of this infectious disease.
What is HIV and HCV co-infection?

Posted By Editorial Team, February 14, 2019 at 09:55am

Both HIV and HCV are blood-borne pathogens and have common routes of transmission through blood and blood products.
Want to tackle Hepatitis C? Follow these natural hacks

Posted By Editorial Team, January 30, 2019 at 04:29pm

According to the first study to model hepatitis C interventions globally, comprehensive prevention, screening, and treatment interventions can stop 15.1 million new hepatitis C infections and 1.5 million cirrhosis and liver cancer deaths worldwide, by 2030. Know how you can deal with the condition naturally.
Follow these 4 sex tips to protect your liver

Posted By Editorial Team, January 11, 2019 at 06:04pm
The importance of premarital health checkups

Posted By Editorial Team, January 10, 2019 at 04:16pm

You may be preoccupied with your wedding planning and spending a fortune on your wedding attire, food and decor. Along with that, make sure you are enrolling for some health tests too.
World Hepatitis Day: Campaign aims to warn of risks

Posted By Editorial Team, December 04, 2018 at 03:06pm

There is an urgent need to expand HCV counseling and testing for IDUs in India, and to implement interventions that will decrease HCV associated injection risk behavior to prevent a surge in the incidence of HIV infection in this population.
UGC calls for spreading awareness on hepatitis, says reports

Posted By Agencies, December 04, 2018 at 08:36am

The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Monday asked all the universities and colleges to undertake an awareness campaign against hepatitis B and C on the occasion of Hepatitis Day on Tuesday.
4 reasons why you should not go for a fish spa

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, September 17, 2018 at 05:55pm

Here's is why you need to stop and think before making a booking for a fish spa in your favourite salon. It may give you smooth feet and palms but it may not be very healthy for you as it can transmit infections.
Hepatitis: Are you infected?

Posted By Editorial Team, August 22, 2018 at 02:39pm

Mandatory screening of blood donors for HBV and HCV and introduction of disposable needles and syringes are very useful measures to ensure tighter control on the spread of these viruses, as is the emphasis on HBV vaccinations in childhood and pregnancy.
5 ways you can debunk the stigma around viral hepatitis

Posted By Aishwarya Iyer, August 01, 2018 at 04:51pm

Viral hepatitis is often associated with stigma, social marginalization and depression.
Viral hepatitis: What is the link between hepatitis and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease?

Posted By Debjani Arora, July 30, 2018 at 01:40pm

If you are diabetic then you should not miss out on reading this.
2030: Government pledges to eliminate viral hepatitis

Posted By Agencies, July 29, 2018 at 08:17am

The aim of the initiative is to reduce morbidity and mortality due to viral hepatitis.
Tips for a healthy liver while tackling Hepatitis C

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, July 28, 2018 at 03:21pm

On World Hepatitis Day, here are tips to help you maintain a healthy liver if you are suffering from Hepatitis C.
World Hepatitis Day 2018: Suffering from hepatitis C? Know what to eat and delete

Posted By Aishwarya Vaidya, July 28, 2018 at 01:51pm

You should include protein-rich foods to stay healthy.