CDC: Syringe reuse linked to hepatitis C outbreak
RENO, Nev. (AP) ? A hepatitis C outbreak was caused by workers improperly reusing syringes and medicine vials at a Las Vegas clinic, federal health officials said Friday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was contacted by state health
My life with Hepatitis C
IN 1965 David Singerman was knocked down by a car as he crossed the road. As a result he was given a blood transfusion. Thirty-five years later, David, now 63, was to discover that the life-saving treatment had in fact led to him contracting hepatitis C.
Acute Hepatitis C from Unsafe Injections
Disease The CDC has concluded an investigation of a clinic in Nevada that reported an outbreak of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) in 6 people that resulted from unsafe injection procedures. Here's what happened:Hepatitis C is a reportable infection to the
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What You Must Know About Alcoholic Hepatitis
This much-needed synopsis of alcoholic hepatitis reminds us that you don't need to be a heavy drinker to suffer from this condition. Looking over the causes, risk factors and complications of alcoholic hepatitis will motivate anyone with liver concerns to...
15 Tips for Managing Interferon-Ribavirin Side Effects
Finding new ways to manage the side effects of Hepatitis C combination therapy adds to a person’s likelihood of conquering the virus....
New Mexico Offers Free Hepatitis C Hotline
Finally being recognized as the widespread, public health problem that it is, the New Mexico Department of Health has taken a giant step forward to help people with Hepatitis C. By launching a new, toll-free phone number, locals concerned about...
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Physicians Who Treat Hepatitis
Phoenix, AZ
| Physician: |
John Wells, MD |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterolgist |
| Address: |
9327 N 3rd St Ste 306
Phoenix, AZ 85020-2470 |
| Phone: |
602-279-3575 |
| Comments: |
Takes the time to answer questions.
Will fax tests at your request.
Very personable. |
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| Physician: |
Abdul Nadir, MD |
| Type of physician: |
Hepatologist |
| Address: |
2601 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85008-4973 |
| Phone: |
602-344-5831 |
| Patient Comment: |
Dr. Nadir has been excellent, he treats HCV
& all liver related diseases. He is up to date
on all current treatments and studies.
His staff is friendly and kind. |
| Physician: |
Vincent Honan, MD |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterolgist |
| Address: |
1300 N. 12th St.
Ste 518
Phoenix, AZ 85006 |
| Phone: |
602.257.9488 |
| Comments: |
Excellent
Explains labs
Monitors patients closely |
| Physician: |
David J. Drewitz, MD |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterolgist |
| Address: |
349 E Coronado Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85004-1525 |
| Phone: |
602.266.5678 |
| Comments: |
This Dr. is very good.
He keeps me informed on what
is going on with blood test and
what ever test I may be taking.
He is a Dr. who cares for his patients. |
| Physician: |
Michael S. Altman, MD |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterologist |
| Address: |
370 E Virginia Ave Ste 101
Pheonix, AZ 85004-1208 |
| Phone: |
602.266.1718 |
| Comments: |
Wonderful Dr. |
| Physician: |
Joyce Richards, DO |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterology
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| Address: |
Arizona Surgical Plaza 1
1840 W Maryland Ste A
Phoenix AZ 85015
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| Phone: |
602-266-1718
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| Comments: |
She is caring, full of compasion,
and takes more time with patients than
almost any physician |
| Physician: |
Barry Wiss, DO |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterolgist |
| Address: |
19636 N. 27th Ave Ste 301
Phoenix AZ 85027 |
| Phone: |
602.587.0580 |
| Comments: |
Very Good |
| Physician: |
Jeff Vadheim, MD |
| Type of physician: |
General Practioner |
| Address: |
11 W Pasadena Ave
Phoenix AZ 85013-2001 |
Phone:
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602-920-1179
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| Comments: |
He has been very supportive,
sympathetic and helpful in filling out all
of my FMLA, short term disability
and SSA forms.
He is great! |
| Physician: |
Janet R. Reiser, MD |
| Type of physician: |
Gastroenterologist |
| Address: |
755 E McDowell Road
Pheonix, AZ 85006-2538 |
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