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The hepatitis viruses all cause acute inflammation of the liver, and some infections related to hepatitis B and C may become chronic. READ MORE

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Abby Hunt-Metzbower

Having a Rare Disease Called PBC Taught Me to Speak Up

I spent years just waiting for a treatment — now, I’m advocating for one

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Hepatitis C and Baby Boomers

Baby boomers are at increased risk for hepatitis C, so it's important to get tested and begin treatment as soon as possible.

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Abby Hunt-Metzbower

Tener una enfermedad infrecuente llamada CBP me enseñó a decir lo que siento

Pasé años esperando que se desarrolle algún tratamiento. Ahora, abogo por uno 

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Bellamy Young

I Missed All the Signs of My Dad’s Liver Disease

My family wasn’t told the signs of hepatic encephalopathy until it was too late. Now, I’m raising awareness about the disease and helping other caregivers share their stories.

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Living with Primary Biliary Cholangitis

Learn more about PBC, an autoimmune condition that can cause itching and fatigue – and can lead to severe liver damage if left untreated

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Vivir con colangitis biliar primaria

Obtén información acerca de la CBP, un trastorno autoinmunitario que puede causar comezón y fatiga y puede dar paso a insuficiencia hepática grave si no se trata 

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Bellamy Young

Bellamy Young Is Putting the Spotlight on Hepatic Encephalopathy

The award-winning actress talks about the brain disorder that affected her father and how she’s using her platform to help give caregivers a voice

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What You Need to Know About Viral Hepatitis A, B and C

What You Need to Know About Viral Hepatitis A, B and C

The three types of viral hepatitis share symptoms but aren’t the same. Here’s what you need to know.

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What You Need to Know About Viral Hepatitis

There are several types of viral hepatitis. Learn more about this viral infection.

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Susan Simon

After Half a Century, I’m Finally Free From Hepatitis C

Thanks to one of the first direct-acting antivirals and a decades-long pursuit for a cure, I’ve finally shaken hepatitis C

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Fatty Liver Disease

Liver disease is not always related to alcohol

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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

NAFLD is on the rise. Here’s what to know about the disease’s various stages, as well as prevention and treatment guidelines

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