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HCV Genotype 1 Viral Loads Decline

Sep 5, 2008

A six-month follow-up to Intercell's Phase II trial of their Hepatitis C vaccine with a topical toll-like receptor agonist showed a significant reduction in viral load. While data from two weeks after the vaccination series showed promise, participants with Hepatitis C genotype 1 had viral loads that continued to decline six months after treatment.

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Hep C Treatment: Comparing the Pegylated Interferons

Aug 26, 2008

Learn about the facts on pegylated interferon alfa-2a and pegylated interferon alfa-2b, the standard treatment for chronic Hepatitis C. Comparing and contrasting the pegylated interferons may help better explain a physician’s preference or indifference between the two when treating his or her Hepatitis C patients.

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Diabetes Prevention a Priority with Hep C

Jul 31, 2008

Diet and exercise are often quoted as the solution to most of our modern health problems. For reducing the risk of developing liver cancer, new research shows that these lifestyle changes are crucial to people with chronic Hepatitis C.

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