The information in this booklet is based on those recommended guidelines. Anyone can get hepatitis c, and an infection can last a lifetime, leading to serious liver problems including liver scarring and cancer. This is an easy read booklet designed to explain hepatitis b and c risk factors, symptoms, treatment and prevention. Living with hepatitis c national prevention information network. Hepatitis c drugs approved in canada for adults poster catie, revised march 2019 this colourful wall poster was designed to be used in clinics, hospitals or community agencies that need hepatitis c information. Information and advice for the families of people living. It provides specific actions they can take to decrease their risk of transmission of hepatitis c or take charge of their health if. This condition develops after being infected with the hepatitis c virus hcv. The booklet covers a range of topics including information on hiv and what it does, adapting at different stages after diagnosis, monitoring how hiv is progressing, and treatments, including when to consider starting treatment. Hepatitis c for patients external icon department of veterans affairs. Jun 04, 2015 hepatitis c is a contagious liver disease caused by contact with the blood of an infected person.
A guide to comprehensive hepatitis c counseling and testing. Resources leaflets and print publications hepatitis c trust. Hepatitis c disease prevention and control, san francisco. The purpose of this cdc hepatitis c counseling and testing manual is to. Importantly, this booklet is only the beginning and contains only a small amount of the information available. The hepatitis c rna test can show whether you still have the hepatitis c virus and how much virus is in your blood. For people in recovery from mental illness or addiction. The hep c handbook was published in 2016 prior to new treatments but continues to provide useful information for people living with. If you still want to know more after that, call the hepatitis sa helpline on 8362 8443 or 1800 021 3.
Cdc now recommends hepatitis c testing for all adults. Hepatitis c including symptoms, treatment and prevention. You can become infected with hepatitis c if you come into contact with the blood of an infected person. Around two in five people who inject drugs are living with chronic hepatitis c. Stages of kidney disease there are 5 stages of kidney disease. Change is a pioneer of easy read leaflets and they have been making information accessible for more than 20 years. Please note that some content on this website contains language, information and images related to sexuality and drug use, and may not be intended for people of all ages. Hepatitis c virus develop a chronic, or lifelong, infection. Hepatitis c an information booklet for people infected with the hepatitis c virus, and for their families and friends. Some people feel overwhelmed by the changes that they may need to make in their lives. It uses plain language and a simple cartoon style to explain what hepatitis c is. If your doctor does not know about the new treatments, you can call the hepatitis infoline on 1800 703 003 for information, and to find a gp who can help you. A booklet on hepatitis c for patients from the va national hepatitis c website. Callers talk oneonone with a real person, typically someone whose had hepatitis c touch their own life.
In australia, many people became infected with hepatitis c from the late 1950s, but the hepatitis c virus was only identified in 1989 and a hepatitis c antibody test available from 1990. Hepatitis c prevention hepatitis c, also known as bloodborne nona, nonb hepatitis, is a serious public health problem in the united states, where 150,000 to 170,000 persons get hepatitis c each year. They make information accessible so other people with learning disabilities can make informed choices. Drug use can affect the whole family, as can a diagnosis of hepatitis c. This card has basic information about hepatitis c, a space to keep track of test results, and harm reduction services information.
Linking to a nonfederal website does not constitute an endorsement by cdc or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. Hep c treatments are improving, with new drugs licenced and in development. For more information on hepatitis c, please visit the nhs choices website. Sep 01, 2012 accurate information is critical for you and the person with hepatitis c. Foreword the information in this booklet is designed to help you understand and manage hcv and is not. Take action against hepatitis c samhsa publications and. Hepatitis c can be transmitted through dried blood because the virus can live outside the body for some time. This booklet will tell you what you need to know about health and social care in northern ireland and how to access services. Your doctor could check your liver and see only a little damage. Hepatitis c information 2016 hepatitis c educational tool for public health nurses. For some people, hepatitis c is a shortterm illness but for 70%85% of people who become infected with hepatitis c, it becomes a longterm, chronic infection. This comic book presents basic information about hepatitis c for people living with mental illness or substance use disorders. Hepatitis c is a disease that causes inflammation and infection of the liver.
Your liver, shown in the picture below, helps digest food and convert it into energy. The pamphlet also discusses hivhepatitis c coinfection, and other helpful information such as establishing family and social. This booklet provides information that will help you understand and live with hepatitis c. If you would like more copies of the booklet or you need more information about hepatitis c, contact your state or territory hepatitis organisation. Coinfection with hiv and hepatitis b or c is quite common. Find factsheet, disease plan and case report form information for hepatitis c. Hepatitis c pamphlets prisoner correspondence project. Today, most people become infected with the hepatitis c virus by sharing needles or other equipment to inject drugs. Hepatitis c symptoms, treatment and vaccine information patient. The hepatitis c virus hep c is carried in the blood, and affects the liver by preventing it from working properly, and causing the liver.
We have adopted the information standard which means we are committed to providing reliable and evidencebased information. Apply for and manage the va benefits and services youve earned as a veteran, servicemember, or family memberlike health care, disability, education, and more. Hepatitis c is a contagious liver disease caused by contact with the blood of an infected person. The delivery of hepatitis information, education and treatment is vital in ensuring that we meet the needs of the client population we serve. For some people, hepatitis c is a shortterm illness but for more than 50% of people who become infected with the. Hepatitis c symptoms and early warning signs webmd.
If you think you have hepatitis c or have risk for hepatitis c, you should contact your doctor. Also find information on surveillance and for health professionals. This information aims to provide a wide range of detailed information about hepatitis c. If your antibody test is positive, your doctor will use a hepatitis c rna test to detect rnaa type of genetic materialfrom the hepatitis c virus. For more information on the new medications for the treatment of hepatitis c, see our video. This booklet has been written to help you understand more about hepatitis c, an illness caused by the hepatitis c virus. Resources leaflets and print publications hepatitis c. Key messages on hepatitis c prevention are highlighted throughout the resource. It also covers other areas such as disclosure, sex, having.
Hepatitis c including symptoms, treatment and prevention infection with the hepatitis c virus causes inflammation of the liver. Health care workers may have needle stick injuries or may be exposed to infected blood in other ways such as spills. This booklet provides information to help patients who have been diagnosed with hepatitis c infection understand and manage their illness. Utah hepatitis c resource guide help4hep is a nonprofit tollfree helpline for those with concerns about hepatitis c.
Hep c booklet 04 final canadian hemophilia society. English woman 1869 english man 1870 spanish woman 1871 what do you know about hepatitis c. Symptoms include loss of appetite, stomach pain, nausea. The information in this booklet should help you feel more in control of some of the treatment choices so that you can focus on other things you want to do in life.
The latest edition of afaos next steps booklet for people recently diagnosed with hiv is now available. It explains hepatitis c, its transmission, symptoms, how it affects the liver, diagnostic tests, and treatment. Aug 20, 2012 hepatitis c is a disease that causes inflammation and infection of the liver. Hepatitis c an information booklet for people infected with the hepatitis c virus, and for their families and friends acknowledgements teresalukawiecki m.
It uses plain language and a simple cartoon style to explain what hepatitis c is, how to avoid it, the screening process, and treatment options. Hepatitis a, b and c are viral infections that can damage the liver and cause serious illnesses. Hepatitis c information division of viral hepatitis cdc. Practical guides and booklets catie canadas source for.
Counselors work with patients to meet the challenges of hepatitis c headon. Although the booklet has been written for people who have hep c. Any diagnosis can be difficult and having two infections can be more stressful. Hepatitis c is a virus that can infect and damage the liver. Essential information for professionals and guidance on testing.
One virus that causes hepatitis is called the hepatitis c virus hcv. Includes information on transmission, testing, treatment, legal issues and more. The communicable disease control unit 4155542830 may be able to help answer your questions. Hepatitis c philadelphia health information portal. It contains information about living with hep c, managing common hep c symptoms, your rights to treatment and treatment choices. For a brief overview, please see our brochure, hepatitis c. Remember, everyone has the right to be treated and cured. Hep c connection national prevention information network. Scotland sc039914, england and wales 1104279, company number 05069924. Living with hepatitis c national prevention information. Our faqs are based on the content of our primary information booklet, what you need to know, and were developed in line with our resources development guidelines.
Information and advice for the families of people living with. This information can help your doctor treat the infection. Stay tuned to the hepatitis c support project and our website. Here youll find links to download brochures and information in spanish. Learning about hepatitis c and chronic kidney disease. The american liver foundation provides information resources in a variety of languages for individuals where english is their second language. Acknowledgments thanks to levinia crooks for the original access booklet on which contact. Screening, diagnosis and linkage to care booklet 1885. The purpose of this booklet is to let you know what it means to have hepatitis c and what you can do to keep your liver healthy. Hepatitis c is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis c virus.
A patient guide to hepatitis c a patient guide to hepatitis c. Talk to your health care provider and ask questions. Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the cdc website the centers for disease control and prevention cdc cannot attest to the accuracy of a nonfederal website. Learn about hepatitis c, its causes, symptoms, risks, treatment and prevention. The hepatitis c in prison and jail booklet can be an effective tool in increasing awareness of hepatitis c among prison and jail inmates. Practical guides and booklets catie canadas source.
Engaging and empowering people in hepatitis c care and. Information booklet on health and social care for those living in northern ireland. Hepatitis c testing palm cards 1873 over 200,000 new yorkers have hepatitis c. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Hepatitis can be caused by liver toxic chemicals, heavy drinking alcoholic hepatitis, some immune conditions or by one of a group of viruses, known as the hepatitis viruses, including hep a, b, and c. Information booklet hepatitis c a guide for drug users and their families dr. The hepatitis c allies of philadelphia hepcap coalition offers free, onehour cme training for primary care practices that would like additional knowledge of hepatitis c. Hepatitis c is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis c virus hcv. Accurate information is critical for you and the person with hepatitis c. All adults, pregnant women, and people with risk factors should get tested for hepatitis c.
Callers talk oneonone with a real person, typically. Many people are surprised to learn that they have been infected with hepatitis c. I warmly welcome the development of this timely booklet and would like to congratulate dr. Although hepatitis is not common in northern ireland, it is very common in other parts of the world, with an estimated 400 million people living with chronic hepatitis b and c worldwide. Understanding hepatitis c and staying safe bo oklet 1 hep c info introduction this booklet is about hepatitis c hep c. It provides information on hepatitis c, ways to stay healthy, common monitoring tests. Hepatitis c external icon national institutes of health.
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