Come join us in an informal friendly support group. Talk to people who have hepatitis C and are going through the same things you are.

Your family and friends are welcome, too.



Hepatitis C is often called
The Silent Epidemic.

You are NOT alone.


It is estimated that 4.5 million people world-wide are infected with the hepatitis C virus and many are unaware.

Whether you have just been diagnosed, or are a long time patient, you can find the support and understanding you need with others who have hepatitis C.



Information packets are available.






We have had
these questions, too:

I just found out I have hep C, now
what ?

What do my ALT and AST results
mean ?

Can I infect my family ?

What are the treatments ? What are my options ?

Should I tell my employer and/or co-workers ?

What about insurance & disability ?



* We do not endorse any particular treatment, and there are many. We are open to each person's choice, from herbs to interferon.





"I never would have made it through treatment without the group." C.O., Allentown

"The group is a great place to share information." E.R., Allentown

"I still stay in touch with the group. They were lifesavers." D.C., Staten Island


Are you thinking about treatment ?

Hepatitis C is NOT a death sentence.

Precautions.     Resources.

Hep C is manageable.

Although there is no cure as of yet, there are treatments available.

Join us and you can learn to LIVE with hep C.




Some links to provide you with some helpful information about Hepatitis C ...


AMERICAN   LIVER   FOUNDATION

HEPATITIS   C

HEPATITIS   MAGAZINE

NATIONAL   HEPATITIS   C
COALITION,   INC.
HEPATITIS   NEIGHBORHOOD

HEPATITIS   FOUNDATION
INTERNATIONAL


HEP-C ALERT

HEP   C   CONNECTION



 
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* To subscribe to The Global Hepatitis Support Group, HEPV-L
( Support and Information via email ),  send your post to:
LISTSERV@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
In the body of the message,  write:
Subscribe HEPV-L,  firstname,  lastname eg:
SUBSCRIBE HEPV-L JOHN DOE




MISSION STATEMENT

      The Hepatitis C Support Group of the Lehigh Valley (HEPCLV) was formed to provide support and information to persons diagnosed with Hepatitis C, their families, and support/caregivers. The Support Group members and meetings are an ongoing opportunity to network with those who have completed treatment, are presently undergoing treatment, and those who have chosen alternative measures. Sharing information regarding this disease can help those affected in making decisions about care, treatment, and coping with the wide ranging effects of Hepatitis C.


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