The hepatitis D protein —known as hepatitis D virus antigen (HDAg)— modifies the relevant cellular machinery to its own advantage. In particular, it interacts with host DNA-dependent RNA ...

This proof-of-concept approach not only brings us closer to an effective HCV vaccine but could also set new standards in vaccine development against this and other medically significant viruses." ...

THE HEPATITIS C VIRUS. Africa CDC. Hepatitis C is a serious blood borne disease that can cause severe liver damage and impacts over 2.5 million Americans.

Hepatitis C is a type of blood-borne virus that targets the liver, causing inflammation and liver damage if untreated. It spreads between people by blood-to-blood contact.

The hepatitis C virus can cause inflammation and scarring of the liver, and in the worst case, liver cancer. Hepatitis C was discovered in 1989 and is one of the most studied viruses on the planet.