The Doctors continue our United States of Addiction series, this time examining the problem of healthcare workers diverting drugs and how it can affect patients.
Lauren was one of 19 infected with hepatitis C by a surgical technician who was injecting herself with fentanyl and filling the syringe with saline, which was then injected into her patients.
Ben’s only chance for life meant accepting a liver that was infected with hepatitis, he and dad Duane join The Doctors to discuss the decision to take a diseased organ.
Made popular by Bella Thorne, thousands are flocking to salons for microblading but some critics are saying this hair tattooing beauty trend could put you at risk for hepatitis C!
Often there are obvious health signs – a persistent cough, a sharp pain or a high fever – that you need to see your doctor, but what about the threats that frequently go unnoticed?
In a “The Doctors” Special Report, hear about a potential new, less expensive treatment for hepatitis C that could be available soon. Plus, find out why nutritional supplements could come under new scrutiny from the FDA.