R&T News: Boost HCV Therapy Adherence; IL28B; Coconut Oil

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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.

Seven Tips to Boost HCV Therapy Adherence

A successful Hepatitis C treatment outcome hinges on medication adherence. Review these seven tips for improving treatment adherence to maximize your chance of beating this virus. Read more.

IL28B Diagnostic Test Now Widely Available

Available to physicians, other healthcare providers and drug companies for research purposes, Quest Diagnostics now offers a test to identify IL28B – the genetic variant that helps predict responsiveness to interferon-based therapy for Hepatitis C. Read more.

Should You Include Coconut Oil in Your Hep C Wellness Plan?

Possessing attributes that could benefit someone with chronic Hepatitis C, discover why coconut oil consumption is not necessarily an ideal dietary staple. Read more.

Are Early Menopause and Hepatitis C Treatment Response Connected?

Compared to women in their childbearing years, menopausal women have a disadvantage in the battle against Hepatitis C. However, those who begin menopause prematurely have an even greater hurdle to overcome. Read more.

Your Opinion Wanted:

Coconut oil has many health benefits, and possesses antiviral, antimicrobial and antifungal properties. However, being a saturated fat, it can also raise cholesterol levels. Do you plan on including or excluding coconut oil from your Hepatitis C diet?

I will start including coconut oil in my diet.I already include coconut oil in my diet and will continue to do so.I already include coconut oil in my diet but will stop.I do not consume coconut oil and do not plan on adding it to my diet.

VISIT the Coconut Oil poll today.

We asked, you responded:

Many people don’t know they need to relieve stress for their liver’s well-being. However, the body can deliver some pretty major hints that stress relief is needed. What sign(s) should you be on the lookout for?

9%: Sore Jaw10%: Bad Skin5%: Libido Loss6%: Hair Shedding5%: Perpetually Stuffy Nose58%: All of the Above8%: None of the Above

Answer: A sore jaw, bad skin, libido loss, hair shedding and a perpetually stuffy nose are all signs your body is telling you that stress relief is warranted. To learn more about signs of high levels of stress and your liver’s health – click here.

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