Hepatitis C In America
New Health Union survey data helps the healthcare industry better understand and reach people living with hepatitis C
For the sixth year in a row, Health Union has gathered patient-reported data from hundreds of real people impacted by hepatitis C (hep C). The sixth annual Hepatitis C In America survey, a syndicated research study from Health Union, quantifies the true impact of this condition among patients – going beyond basic demographics and symptoms to establish a deep understanding of the holistic patient journey for those affected and to track trends over time.
The new data from the sixth annual Hepatitis C In America survey reveals deep insights of a population of 407 diagnosed, in which 217 were currently infected and 190 no longer had the infection. Just 38% indicated they understood what “hepatitis C viral load” means and only 34% said they feel it’s easy to get medical help/support for hep C. However, 37% said they feel others judge them for having hep C.
In open-ended responses, people living with hepatitis C share what types of support they wish they received:
“Patience and flexibility in my workplace.”
“Financial resources for treatment.”
“Finding research on long term side effects of virus as well as treatment.”
“Getting doctors to believe it damaged me.”
This access to a broad base of knowledge, facts and data gleaned from Health Union’s open online health communities like HepatitisC.net, and syndicated research allows the healthcare industry to harness the power of Health Union’s continuous immersion in the patient experience to deliver smarter insights and implications–so you can spend your time developing the strategies that will make a difference.
