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HCV Research and Development Company a Promising Investment

June 30, 2009

According to some investor analysts, Achillion's research and development programs (including potential Hep C solutions) make this company an ideal stock purchase.

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Posted by Editors at 4:30 PM

Trial Tackling Hepatitis C With New Drug

By enrolling Hepatitis C patients for whom treatment with combination therapy is not advised, Conatus Pharmaceuticals is testing a unique compound that inhibits the activity of matrix metalloproteinases.

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Posted by Editors at 3:25 PM

Apple CEO Gets Hotly Debated Liver Transplant

June 29, 2009

Ever since a Tennessee hospital disclosed that an internationally known businessman - Steve Jobs - recently received a liver transplant there, controversy has swirled around transplantation fairness.

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Posted by Editors at 10:45 AM

Modern and Traditional Research Expands Knowledge of Liver Disease

June 23, 2009

At 2009's largest international gathering of physicians and researchers in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery (Digestive Disease Week), substantial progress for those with liver disease, including chronic Hepatitis C, was presented.

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Posted by Editors at 11:01 AM

Infergen and Ribavirin Trial Brings Renewed Hope to Previous Non-Responders

June 22, 2009

Although their first attempt at Hepatitis C antiviral therapy was unsuccessful, a significant number of previous non-responders achieved a sustained viral response with once-daily Infergen with Ribavirin.

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Posted by Editors at 3:42 PM

Advanced Hepatitis C Infection: Six Tips to Temper Cirrhosis

June 17, 2009

Discover six useful tips for people with Hepatitis C who are also managing liver cirrhosis. These tips can help prevent their condition from worsening.

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Posted by Editors at 3:00 PM

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  • Lab Tests

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  • Hepatitis C Genotypes

    Learn about Hepatitis C Genotypes and their variants.

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  • HCV Medicines

    Numerous links to studies, info sheets, FAQs, and analysis of Ribavirin/Rebetron medicines.

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    A state-by-state and worldwide reference listing physicians who treat HCV, including an email link to submit your physician for inclusion.

  • Biopsy Info

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