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FOR ALL YOU PEOPLE IN OR AROUND Co.CLARE....(p.s we also continue to do testing in our offices!)

There is a cure for Hepatitis C

One tablet a day for 12 weeks with little or no side effects, and this treatment is playing a big part in Ireland’s plan to eliminate Hepatitis C by the year 2030. On average, in Ireland, around 600 people a year are newly diagnosed with Hepatitis C. These infections might not be new, as it is possible to live with Hep C for 30 years or more ...

As it is World Hepatitis Day this week i thought i would write a little something to clue you all up to the changes in screening, treatment and support available around Hepatitis C.

Hep C is not one of the things generally tested for in a sexual health screen and as there is no vaccination, its a good idea to get checked if:

- You have ever snorted cocaine and shared the toot (cone, straw)
- You have ever had a home (or prison) piercing, ...