Are There Different Types of Hepatitis C Viruses?
Just as sisters are alike in some ways, but still different in others, there are different types of hepatitis C viruses called "genotypes."
Currently, scientists have found 6 major genotypes of the hepatitis C virus worldwide. Some of these genotypes can be broken into even smaller groups, called subtypes.
Of the people infected with the hepatit
Finding Support When You Have Cancer
Coping with cancer is challenging. It may be helpful to talk to others about what you're experiencing and how you’re feeling emotionally.
Sharing can help you feel closer and get support from your friends and family. It may even help you sort through your own thoughts and help you solve problems.
It’s not always easy to talk about your
Your Birth Control Plan
You may have a number of reasons not to include pregnancy in your current plans. Whether you have goals that don't include starting or growing a family, or you're just happy with your current family size, you should be the one to decide how your family planning journey unfolds.
Talk to your doctor
Today more than ever, there are plenty of birth c
MRSA Infection Treatment and Spread Prevention
If you think you might have a skin infection, you should call your doctor. Treating the infection early may decrease the chances of it becoming more severe.
Your doctor may take a sample from the infected area and send it to a lab for testing to confirm if you have a MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) skin infection.
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