Giving your support system the facts about hep C helps them understand the disease better which could mean they will be able to support you better.
Reaching out for support
Your friends and family can be a great source of support, but you may want to prepare some facts about hep C to share with them or to be able to answer their questions about hep C.
Encourage your friends and family to learn more on their own, starting with this website. Sometimes it's easier for people to learn at their own pace.
Share how you're feeling and ask for what you need. Talk about any symptoms you may have. Speaking honestly can help them understand what's going on and why.
A supporter can help you keep track of the details of your symptoms and any questions you may have at healthcare professional visits.
Giving your support system the facts about hep C helps them understand the disease better which could mean they will be able to support you better.
Share how you're feeling and ask for what you need. Talk about any symptoms you may have. Speaking honestly can help them understand what's going on and why.
Encourage your friends and family to learn more on their own, starting with this website. Sometimes it's easier for people to learn at their own pace.
A supporter can help you keep track of the details of your symptoms and any questions you may have at healthcare professional visits.
If you’ve been diagnosed with chronic hepatitis C, it’s important to realize that you are not alone. Millions of people have hep C, and there are resources that can provide you with support and assistance.
Resources for financial help and patient support may
be available to you.
If you have health insurance, call your insurance company to have them explain your benefits and coverage for hep C treatments. If you don’t have insurance, check out the links below for financial help and additional support.
Note: None of the organizations listed above have endorsed this website and they are not affiliated with AbbVie.
