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A member asked:
Is there a vaccine for hepatitis c?
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No: Unfortunately not yet. That being said, the only way to prevent the disease is to avoid the virus.It is spread through blood contact, so those most at risk are users of IV drugs, especially sharing needles, and those with multiple sexual partners. There are some people with hepatitis C who got it from a blood transfusion before it was able to identified. Now all blood is tested for it before use.
Answered 12/30/2019
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No: But there are very recent breakthroughs in treatment. Best bet is prevention by avoiding contact with blood and blood products.
Answered 12/30/2019
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No: Fortunately, there are vaccines for both hepatitis a and b. Therefore, anyone with hepatitis C should ask their provider about being vaccinated for these other viral hepatitides.
Answered 12/30/2019
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No: No vaccine, bseveral medical treatments such as interferon can lead to retinopathy and compromise vision. Frequent eye exams while on interferon is suggested.
Answered 6/19/2012
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Hep C Vaccine: None that I am aware of.
Answered 12/30/2019
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