The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends that anyone born from 1945 through 1965 get tested for Hepatitis C. People with Hepatitis C often have no symptoms, can live with an infection for decades without feeling sick, can be successfully treated with medications.
Social workers and allied health and behavioral health care providers – click here to learn why HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C is an emerging health issue.
To get tested for Hepatitis C – talk to your health professional or call your health department. Or go to the CDC website for more information
Tags: baby boomers, health, Hepatitis CPosted in NASW Foundation, Practice, Practice and Professional Development |
