All Hepatitis C Articles Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch ALL ARTICLES IN Hepatitis C Get the latest on managing your symptoms, treatment options and living with Hepatitis C. THE LATEST Complications of Hepatitis C Hepatitis C can progress over the years and cause major complications. Getting tested and treated, however, can eradicate the virus from your body and improve liver health.By Valencia HigueraAugust 17, 2022 How to Prevent Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a contagious and serious liver disease. There’s no vaccine to protect against the virus, but with the right safety measures, you can prevent an infection.By Valencia HigueraAugust 17, 2022 How Is Hepatitis C Treated? New drugs that can cure hepatitis C, such as Olysio, Sovaldi, Harvoni, and Viekira Pak, have forced an update to the standard hepatitis C treatment regimen.By Joseph Bennington-CastroAugust 10, 2022 Hepatitis C Signs and Symptoms Many people with hepatitis C show no symptoms of the contagious disease — until complications such as liver problems arise. It’s important to see your doctor if you believe you’ve been exposed to the virus.By Joseph Bennington-CastroAugust 09, 2022 How Do You Get Tested for Hepatitis C? Several testing procedures are available, from blood tests to imaging, to accurately diagnose hepatitis C infection.By Joseph Bennington-CastroAugust 09, 2022 How Hepatitis C Is Transmitted Sharing needles and other equipment for drug use is the most common way of spreading hepatitis C virus. But there are other ways and risk factors.By Joseph Bennington-CastroAugust 04, 2022 How Hepatitis C Is Diagnosed A large percentage of people exposed to the hepatitis C virus develop a chronic infection that puts them at risk for serious complications. If you think you’ve been exposed, see your doctor to start testing for the virus.By Valencia HigueraJuly 12, 2022 After a Hepatitis C Diagnosis: What to Expect From Treatment Treating hepatitis C is easier than ever. Expect your doctor to prescribe antiviral medication and to perform these tests.By Quinn PhillipsApril 21, 2022 7 Myths About Hepatitis C There are a lot of myths surrounding the hepatitis C virus. Learn the facts about this infection.By Jennifer Acosta ScottApril 21, 2022 Is Sex Safe if One Person Has Hepatitis C? Hepatitis C is typically transmitted by direct exposure to blood, but it can be spread through sex in rare cases. Here’s how to stay safe.By Madeline R. Vann, MPHApril 21, 2022 7 Things to Know About Life After Hepatitis C Treatment Hepatitis C can be cured with antiviral medication. But once treatment is over, you may still need to take a few tests and make some lifestyle changes.By Nina WassermanApril 21, 2022 Coping With the Mental Aspects of Hepatitis C Depression and anxiety are common in people who have hepatitis C. But seeking social support and treating the disease with new medications can improve your mental health and quality of life.By Denise MannApril 21, 2022 The Best (and Worst) Foods and Drinks for Hepatitis C If you have hepatitis C, you may want to add certain foods to your diet and cut back on others (like alcohol) to keep your liver healthy.By Denise MannApril 21, 2022 These Requirements Make It Harder for People With Hepatitis C to Be Treated People with hepatitis C may have to meet strict sobriety requirements before they’re able to access treatment for the virus.By Maia Niguel Hoskin, PhDMarch 11, 2022 Can Curing Hepatitis C Improve Your Brain Health? Hepatitis C can cause brain functioning problems, such as brain fog, memory loss, fatigue, and more. New research shows that treating the virus can improve brain health.By Jessica MigalaMarch 11, 2022 Hepatitis C Infections Are Rising Among Pregnant People Contracted most often via contaminated needles used for injecting illicit opioids, hepatitis C is treatable — but not during pregnancy.By Lisa RapaportDecember 09, 2021 Should You Take an At-Home Test for Hepatitis C? At-home testing for hepatitis C is becoming more popular. Here’s what to know about this new type of hepatitis C screening.By Elizabeth YunDecember 08, 2021 Cirrhosis: The Hepatitis C Complication You Should Know About Cirrhosis — or scarring of the liver — is a common complication of hepatitis C. Here's how to manage the condition and keep your liver healthy.By Jessica MigalaDecember 08, 2021 7 Differences Between Old Hep C Treatments and New Treatments Modern medications for hepatitis C are much more effective than the older ones.By Jessica MigalaDecember 08, 2021 7 Ways Hepatitis C Affects Your Skin Hepatitis C can cause skin conditions such as jaundice, easy bruising, and porphyria cutanea tarda. Learn how to spot and treat these skin problems.By Elizabeth YunSeptember 08, 2021 See More NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. 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