HCV (Hepatitis C)
 HCV has been called the hidden epidemic. It is the most common chronic blood borne infection in the US. Many people do not exhibit any symptoms and may never know it unless the get tested. Others experience flu-like symptoms and jaundice. With proper care people can live normal lives, although as a disease affecting the liver it can cause liver failure. Approximately 3.9 million persons in the US. are living with HCV. Possibly 16-25% of the 1 million people living with HIV may be co-infected with HCV. Although there is a vaccine for Hepatitis A & B, there is no vaccine for Hepatitis C.
Chinese Medicine & HCV
Protocols using acupuncture and herbs have been developed that have successfully helped HCV infected people to decrease symptoms, normalize or lower liver enzyme levels, and slow down the progression of liver disease. It may help you deal with the side effects when undergoing treatment Western treatments.
Hepatitis C Support Group
› Visit the calendar for days and times.
Treatment support
- Discussion on managing treatment side effects
- Deciding on a treatment approach
- Sharing successes and challenges
Supportive care awareness
- Discussion on implementing Eastern medicine
- Exploration of Mindfulness practice and ways to be balanced and emotionally focused
- Better ways to navigate the medical system
Optimum treatment response
- Tips for diet, rest and exercise
- A safe place to voice frustration or anxiety
- How to stay focused on the goals of therapy
 The Hepatitis C Help Book
A guide to treatment options for Hepatitis C includes programs for self-care, nutritional and fitness plans, and a comprehensive Western and Chinese medical treatment program. It is available for purchase at QYHAC.
Hepatitis C Professional Certification Course
Misha Ruth Cohen, OMD, L.Ac. presents Hepatitis C Professional Certification Course (Continuing Education Training 33 CEUs ) for Licensed Acupuncturists every year. The most recent was September 9-11, 2005 and sponsored by Chicken Soup Chinese Medicine and QYHAC. Check back at this web site for next year’s course.
Hepatitis C Caring Ambassadors Program
Dedicated to helping people with hepatitis C equip themselves with all the facts and information about the illness and the various treatment options available. Visit their website at www.hepcchallenge.org
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