R&T News: Human Trials; INX-08189 Fast-Tracked; Dr. Oz

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This Research & Treatment News update gives you highlights from the latest articles posted to Hepatitis-Central.com for patients and their families, caregivers and health professionals. With new information being published regularly, we want you to have the latest news on treatments, clinical trials, social issues and important breakthroughs.

Human Trials to Begin on Hepatitis C Drug

After encouraging pre-clinical studies, Medivir and Tibotec are beginning a Phase 1a trial of their Hepatitis C nucleoside inhibitor. Read more.

Inhibitex's Hep C Drug Gets Fast-Tracked

As a result of the need for improved treatments, the FDA granted fast track development to INX-08189, a guanosine nucleotide polymerase inhibitor for treating Hepatitis C. Read more.

Bulletin for Hep C Patients: Building on Dr. Oz's Advice

A recent, popular television show educated viewers on the importance of raising glutathione levels. Although the practical suggestions given were accurate, there is much more to know about this topic. Especially important for Hepatitis C patients, two supplements demonstrate unparalleled glutathione-boosting power. Read more.

Immune Activation Repurposed for Developing Hepatitis C Therapy

Medical chemists from the UK are working on an oral Hepatitis C drug that works by activating a protein in the immune system. Read more.

Your Opinion Wanted:

Do you think home remedies for Hepatitis C work?

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VISIT the Home Remedies poll today.Look for the answer to this poll in the next edition of Research & Treatment News! Can’t wait? Visit www.hepatitis-central.com on March 1st and read the article, "Do Home Remedies for Hepatitis C Work?"

We asked, you responded:

Many people turn to doctors, drugs or other costly interventions for better liver health. However, these approaches overlook friendship as a powerful tool in fighting liver disease. Do you think friendship can positively impact your liver’s health?

77%: Yes16%: No7%: Maybe

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