Recommended Reading on Hepatitis C
We recommend the following reports, articles, and books to learn about Hepatitis C:
Hepatitis C: Get the Facts, a Patient Workbook
O.A.S.I.S., 520 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
http://oasiscliniconline.org, click on Books and Videos, see download instructions, click on Hepatitis C Patient Workbook.
This is a simple, readable primer on Hepatitis C (available in English and Spanish). It provides good information for the newly diagnosed, their family and friends, and anyone wanting to know the basics about Hepatitis C. The workbook can be downloaded to your electronic device free of charge. Workbooks are also available in hardcopy from O.A.S.I.S. at www.oasiscliniconline.org.
Free from Hepatitis C: Your Complete Guide to Healing Hepatitis C, 2011
Lucinda K. Porter, RN, Square One Publishers
The title says it all! This is a wonderful, up-to-date resource for anyone with Hepatitis C, and anyone interested in learning about Hepatitis C. Although it's a slim book, it truly is a complete guide to understanding a Hepatitis C diagnosis, considering whether to treat, preparing for treatment, and managing treatment and drug side effects. Ms. Porter addresses the new three drug regimen, and all aspects of treatment, with common sense and gentle humor. Highly recommended. The book is available in bookstores and online. Amazon's price was under $15 when we purchased the book.
HBV and HCV: America's Hidden Epidemics, September 2010
The Trust for American Health and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
Summary and PDF Report: http://healthyamericans.org/report/76/hepatitis-report
This is an important report on the hidden epidemics, Hepatitis B and C. It provides important facts on the diseases and recommendations to stem the looming healthcare crisis viral hepatitis will cause if not addressed. The report is quite easy to read.
Hepatitis and Liver Cancer: A National Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Hepatitis B and C, January 11, 2010
The Institute of Medicine, The Academy of Science
Summary and PDF Report: http://cdc.gov/hepatitis/IOMnews.htm
This is another important report on the looming healthcare crisis viral hepatitis will cause if not addressed. The report provides important facts on Hepatitis B and C and offers recommendations to control and limit the emerging crisis.
Combatting the Silent Epidemic of Viral Hepatitis: Action Plan for the Prevention, Care and Treatment of Viral Hepatitis, May 12, 2011
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, www.hhs.gov
Summary and PDF Report: http://www.hhs.gov/ash/initiatives/hepatitis/
This is an important action plan from the U.S. Depatiment of Health and Human Services. The report outlines the significant health consequences of the hidden epidemics of Hepatitis B and C, and provides a roadmap to address the epidemics by establishing 2020 goals.
The Hepatitis C Treatment Pipeline Report, December 2012
by Tracy Swan, Treatment Action Group
http://www.pipelinereport.orgwww.pipelinereport.org
This is a detailed review of drugs in development to treat and cure Hepatitis C. It provides an overview of the current revolution in Hepatitis C treatment.
Guide to Clinical Trials for People with Hepatitis C
by Matt Sharp and Tracy Swan
http://treatmentactiongroup.org/publication.aspx?id=4606
Second Edition
January 2013 - There are many new hepatitis C drugs being studied in clinical
trials. People with hepatitis C have many options to choose from. Whether you
have hepatitis C or another medical condition, deciding to participate in a
clinical trial can be complicated. Having more information can help you decide
whether or not to participate in a clinical trial, and which trial, or trials,
may be right for you.
O.A.S.I.S., 520 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
http://oasiscliniconline.org, click on Books and Videos, see download instructions, click on Hepatitis C Patient Workbook.
This is a simple, readable primer on Hepatitis C (available in English and Spanish). It provides good information for the newly diagnosed, their family and friends, and anyone wanting to know the basics about Hepatitis C. The workbook can be downloaded to your electronic device free of charge. Workbooks are also available in hardcopy from O.A.S.I.S. at www.oasiscliniconline.org.
Free from Hepatitis C: Your Complete Guide to Healing Hepatitis C, 2011
Lucinda K. Porter, RN, Square One Publishers
The title says it all! This is a wonderful, up-to-date resource for anyone with Hepatitis C, and anyone interested in learning about Hepatitis C. Although it's a slim book, it truly is a complete guide to understanding a Hepatitis C diagnosis, considering whether to treat, preparing for treatment, and managing treatment and drug side effects. Ms. Porter addresses the new three drug regimen, and all aspects of treatment, with common sense and gentle humor. Highly recommended. The book is available in bookstores and online. Amazon's price was under $15 when we purchased the book.
HBV and HCV: America's Hidden Epidemics, September 2010
The Trust for American Health and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
Summary and PDF Report: http://healthyamericans.org/report/76/hepatitis-report
This is an important report on the hidden epidemics, Hepatitis B and C. It provides important facts on the diseases and recommendations to stem the looming healthcare crisis viral hepatitis will cause if not addressed. The report is quite easy to read.
Hepatitis and Liver Cancer: A National Strategy for the Prevention and Control of Hepatitis B and C, January 11, 2010
The Institute of Medicine, The Academy of Science
Summary and PDF Report: http://cdc.gov/hepatitis/IOMnews.htm
This is another important report on the looming healthcare crisis viral hepatitis will cause if not addressed. The report provides important facts on Hepatitis B and C and offers recommendations to control and limit the emerging crisis.
Combatting the Silent Epidemic of Viral Hepatitis: Action Plan for the Prevention, Care and Treatment of Viral Hepatitis, May 12, 2011
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, www.hhs.gov
Summary and PDF Report: http://www.hhs.gov/ash/initiatives/hepatitis/
This is an important action plan from the U.S. Depatiment of Health and Human Services. The report outlines the significant health consequences of the hidden epidemics of Hepatitis B and C, and provides a roadmap to address the epidemics by establishing 2020 goals.
The Hepatitis C Treatment Pipeline Report, December 2012
by Tracy Swan, Treatment Action Group
http://www.pipelinereport.orgwww.pipelinereport.org
This is a detailed review of drugs in development to treat and cure Hepatitis C. It provides an overview of the current revolution in Hepatitis C treatment.
Guide to Clinical Trials for People with Hepatitis C
by Matt Sharp and Tracy Swan
http://treatmentactiongroup.org/publication.aspx?id=4606
Second Edition
January 2013 - There are many new hepatitis C drugs being studied in clinical
trials. People with hepatitis C have many options to choose from. Whether you
have hepatitis C or another medical condition, deciding to participate in a
clinical trial can be complicated. Having more information can help you decide
whether or not to participate in a clinical trial, and which trial, or trials,
may be right for you.
