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Hep is an award-winning print and online brand for people living with and affected by viral hepatitis. Offering unparalleled editorial excellence since 2010, Hep and HepMag.com are the go-to source for educational and social support for people living with hepatitis.
At Smart + Strong, Hep’s parent, we know that when you are armed with expert, unbiased health care information; when you are empowered and inspired to advocate for your needs; and when you can connect to others dealing with a similar health condition, you are more likely to survive-and thrive.
Smart + Strong’s health-focused magazines and websites bring together large, diverse populations to share lifesaving information with them and to serve as platforms for you to tell health care providers, insurance companies, the media, our government and especially each other what it’s like to live with—and overcome—a given health challenge. Source
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
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Search ArticlesU.S. Cancer Deaths Linked to Alcohol Have Doubled Since 1990, Study Finds
Summary Alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the U.S. doubled from about 11,400 in 1990 to more than 23,100 in 2023. A Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center study found alcohol’s impact extends beyond liver cancer, with growing burdens from colorectal, breast, esophageal, pancreatic and other cancers. Presented at ASCO 2025 and published in The Lancet Regional Health—Americas, the research highlights alcohol as a potentially modifiable cancer risk factor.
Updated Evidence Supports COVID-19, Flu and RSV Vaccination for Immunocompromised People
The Infectious Diseases Society of America today strongly recommended vaccination against COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for people with weakened immune systems, who face a higher risk of becoming seriously ill from respiratory viruses. The recommendations for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season are based on an updated, independent review of the latest scientific evidence conducted through the Vaccine Integrity Project.
The Market Forces Quietly Adding Thousands to Patient Bills
After a failed round of in vitro fertilization this year, Anne Hug’s fertility doctor said she had a single polyp in her uterus that should be removed to improve the chance of pregnancy. Hug, a professor of radiology, learned that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists says the procedure can be done in a doctor’s office with local numbing. Her doctor referred her to a physician at the same hospital, which is part of a large Ohio health system.
National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day 2026
Wednesday, September 9, marks National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day 2026. This year’s theme is “Speak up today! Stand strong against HIV and hepatitis B.” “HIV rates are six times higher among African immigrants in the United States than in the general U.S. population and are nearly twice those of U.S.-born Black individuals,” according to NAIRHHADAY.org.
Food Insecurity and Neighborhood Deprivation Linked to Fatty Liver Disease
Neighborhood deprivation is defined by a high concentration of poverty, underfunded public infrastructure and limited economic opportunities. Living in a neighborhood with a shortage of economic, social and physical resources and experiencing food insecurity are both independently associated with higher incidence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), or fatty liver disease, according to a study published in Nutrients.
Pamela Anderson Discloses Her Harrowing Journey With Hepatitis C
On September 6, actress Pamela Anderson (Baywatch, The Last Showgirl), age 59, was presented with the Award of Courage at the amfAR Gala in Venice. The charity event raises money for viral hepatitis, HIV and AIDS research. In her acceptance speech, reports Vulture, Anderson reflected on her 2002 hepatitis C diagnosis. At the time the virus was incurable. Medical breakthroughs led to her cure in 2015. “It was a death sentence.
The Medicare GLP-1 Discount Has One Big Catch: Some Sick Patients Don’t Qualify
In January, Jeff La Marca got a prescription for the popular weight loss drug Zepbound. But he couldn’t afford the $750 monthly price tag. Then Medicare launched an 18-month pilot program that offers GLP-1 medications to some enrollees for only $50 a month. La Marca thought he might finally be able to afford the drug. “I thought, ‘Thank God, there’s a path,’” said La Marca, who lives in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, and has tried numerous diets and exercise regimes.
Getting Outside Despite Your 9‑to‑5 Job Can Improve Your Mental Health
The modern workday unfolds largely indoors. Long hours spent commuting, sitting in meetings and staring at screens can make time outdoors feel like a luxury. Finding time for nature in an already packed workday can feel impossible, especially if you think nature only “counts” when it involves hiking boots and camping gear. But a growing body of research suggests that nature’s benefits don’t require an exotic vacation getaway or weekend adventure.
Alcohol Increases Risk of Colorectal Cancer
Key Takeaways: New research shows that alcohol is linked with a higher risk of colorectal cancer regardless of the tumor’s molecular subtype. More alcohol means greater risk. The study shows that each additional drink (14 g alcohol) is associated with a 10 percent higher risk of colorectal cancer. The increase was most apparent among people drinking more than two drinks per day.
Low-Carb Diet Generates Added Liver Benefit
The Mediterranean diet, the ketogenic diet and plant-based diets are often recommended for managing and reversing fatty liver disease and other metabolic disorders. A new study published in Cell Metabolism found that limiting carbohydrates through a keto diet yielded benefits for liver health and blood sugar control.