Learn more about Hepatitis C

Is there a vaccine that can prevent Hepatitis C?

Not yet. Vaccines are available only for Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. Research into the development of a vaccine is under way.

What is Hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease that ranges in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a serious, lifelong illness that attacks the liver. It results from infection with the Hepatitis C virus (HCV), which is spread primarily through contract with the blood of an infected person. Hepatitis C can be either "acute" or "chronic"

 

Chronic Hepatitis C is a serious disease that can result in long-term health problems, including liver damage, liver failure, liver cancer, or even death. It is the leading cause of cirrhosis and liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplantation in the United States. Approximately 15,000 people die every year from Hepatitis C related liver disease. 

 

Most people become infected with the Hepatitis C virus by sharing needles or other equipment to inject drugs.

 

Learn more about Hepatitis C or call  705-942-4646 or 1-866-892-0172. 

 

Date of Creation: Oct 28, 2015

Last Modified: Oct 28, 2015