
Prisoners Unlikely to Benefit from New, Highly Effective Hepatitis C Treatment
By Greg Dober Hepatitis C (HCV) is a blood-borne virus typically spread through intravenous drug use (i.e., sharing needles), tattooing with non-sterile needles, and sharing razors, toothbrushes, nail clippers, or other hygiene items that may be exposed to blood. It is often a chronic disease and, if left untreated, can lead to severe liver damage.