What is Hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is a disease caused by a virus that infects the liver. In time, it can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, or liver failure. Many people have hepatitis C and never know it. Hepatitis C is not HIV and is different from hepatitis A and B. You may be at higher risk of getting hepatitis C if you:
- use needles to inject drugs
- inhale (snort) drugs like cocaine
- received a blood transfusion before 1992
- have tattoos or piercings with non-sterile equipment
- were born to a mother with hepatitis C
How do I make an appointment?
You can make an appointment by:
- Completing the form and waiting for our Hep C experts to get back to you
- Calling us at (404) 616-4055 to schedule an appointment to get tested and treated for hepatitis C.
Get tested and treated for Hep C
Hepatitis C can be treated and cured with medication. With just one pill a day, some of the newer medications cure more than 95% of people with hepatitis C. Hepatitis C medications are covered by medical insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and patient assistance programs. Some drug companies provide free medication for those who need treatment and don’t have insurance.