Hepatitis C virus remains a growing public health concern. On August 17, 2012, the CDC published “Recommendations for the Identification of Chronic Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Infection among Persons Born During 1945-1965” in the journal, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly report.
It is currently recommended that every adult born during these years have at least an initial screen for HCV infection. You must understand that the majority of people infected, have no idea how they became infected. If caught early, there is very effective treatment to reduce or eradicate the virus from your system. On the contrary, untreated, unrecognized HCV infection can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer and liver failure. It is currently the #1 reason for liver transplants.
It is a simple blood test that is strongly advised for everyone born between 1945and 1965 to have done. It should be covered by most insurance plans. If you prefer to pay cash, the cost is $62 at Alterninty Healthcare, LLC located in West Hartford, CT. Call today to schedule your test.
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