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UK
Mirror
National & Local
Free NHS test for 'silent' virus that can become life-threatening
Health authorities in the UK are promoting a free home testing kit for hepatitis C, a virus that often goes undetected until serious liver damage occurs.
Feb 28 • 18:45 UTC
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Australia
ABC News AU
National & Local
Hundreds of former inmates potentially exposed to HIV and hepatitis C in prison
A significant number of former prisoners in Queensland may have been exposed to HIV and hepatitis C following the sharing of needles by an infected inmate.
Feb 24 • 19:48 UTC
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Finland
Iltalehti
National & Local
Today on TV: 9-year-old Metta drank alcohol until drugs entered her life
The article discusses the struggles of 9-year-old Metta Sävikari, who began consuming alcohol at a young age and faced severe health challenges, including substance abuse and a health condition related to hepatitis C.
Feb 18 • 06:02 UTC
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Finland
Iltalehti
National & Local
The disease spreads through blood - Finland increases countermeasures
Finland's Ministry of Social Affairs and Health has allocated €6.95 million to combat Hepatitis C infections and related deaths.
Feb 17 • 07:01 UTC