If you are using cough drops to soothe a nagging cough, stop right now! They…
Author: Andrea Atkins
For the estimated 3 to 4 million Americans with the Hepatitis C virus, a new class of drugs called Direct-Acting Antiviral Agents (DAA) appear to be a game-changer, offering better cure rates without the debilitating side effects of the traditional treatment of interferon injections. While these “miracle drugs” sound promising, they come with exorbitant price tags and their potential for long-term side effects remains unclear. Nonetheless, doctors and patients are excited that a true cure for Hepatitis C may finally be available. “There are several new drugs that are really revolutionizing our ability to treat patients,” says Michael Saag, MD,…
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