R&T News: Lifting Depression; Liver Transplant; Nitric Oxide

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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.

Hepatitis C Report: Four Food Groups to Lift Depression

Applicable to many with chronic Hepatitis C, eating foods rich in these four elements has been shown to help depression sufferers lift their spirits. Read more.

Developmental Hep C Drug Shows Antiviral Potency

Phase 2A human trial confirms that, when coupled with interferon and ribavirin, experimental drug BIT225 has strong antiviral effect against the Hepatitis C virus. Read more.

Domino Approach Doubles the Impact of One Liver Donation

A step forward in tackling the liver donor shortage, a new domino-like procedure helps two patients needing a liver transplant with just one liver donor. Read more.

Could Nitric Oxide Play a Role in Hepatitis C Treatment?

In the air, nitric oxide is a toxic gas – but in the body it may aid Hepatitis C combination therapy. Read more.

Your Opinion Wanted:

Fall and Halloween are filled with lots of sugary treats. Because it can put an additional stress on the liver, those with liver disease must limit their sugar intake. Which do you think is the “healthiest†autumn treat?

Slice of Apple PieSlice of Pumpkin PieCaramel Apple with Crushed NutsApple Cider DoughnutPumpkin Muffin

VISIT the Fall Treats poll today.

We asked, you responded:

Those with chronic hepatitis often feel fatigued. Which practice have you or a loved one used to help fight fatigue and increase energy levels?

23%: Avoiding too much caffeine 3%: Supplementing with Siberian ginseng2%: Lipid replacement therapy34%: Reducing stress levels15%: All of the above24%: Other

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