At Risk Persons

This poster emphasizes the need to get tested for hepatitis C. It states that most people have no symptoms for hepatitis C but still may have the disease, which leads to liver cancer. A 24" x 36" poster can be ordered at: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/pubs/CDCInfoOnDemand.aspx?Pubid=221237.

This pamphlet provides an overview of motivational interviewing strategies in the context of the Stages of Change Model to reduce risk and support persons living with HIV in the pursuit of healthy behaviors. It defines motivational interviewing as a communicative strategy that is directive and patient-centered. The pamphlet describes how to get started, explains the stages in the change process, and advises the counselor how to approach each stage.

This information sheet discusses trichomoniasis, an STD that is caused by infection with a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. It describes the disease, and explains how it is diagnosed, transmitted, and treated. It also discusses the treatment and prevention of trichomoniasis, its effect on the infant of a pregnant woman who is infected, and how trichomoniasis infection makes women more susceptible to acquiring or transmitting HIV. Sources for additional information are provided.

This information sheet discusses hepatitis B, a contagious liver disease caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus. It describes hepatitis B transmission, whether the disease is common, its symptoms, the seriousness of the disease, how people know if they have hepatitis B, who should be tested for hepatitis B, should people be tested, and how is the disease treated.

This information sheet discusses hepatitis B, a contagious liver disease caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus. It explains the difference between acute infection and chronic disease and describes Hepatitis B transmission, whether the disease is common, its symptoms, how it is diagnosed, the seriousness of the disease, the importance of being tested for Hepatitis B and who should be tested, treatment, how persons with hepatitis B can take care of their liver, and how the disease can be prevented by getting vaccinated. One side is Hmong, the other side is English.

This information sheet discusses hepatitis B, a contagious liver disease caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus. It explains the difference between acute infection and chronic disease and describes Hepatitis B transmission, whether the disease is common, its symptoms, how it is diagnosed, the seriousness of the disease, the importance of being tested for Hepatitis B and who should be tested, treatment, how persons with hepatitis B can take care of their liver, and how the disease can be prevented by getting vaccinated. One side is Burmese, the other side is English.

This information sheet discusses hepatitis B, a contagious liver disease caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus. It explains the difference between acute infection and chronic disease and describes Hepatitis B transmission, whether the disease is common, its symptoms, how it is diagnosed, the seriousness of the disease, the importance of being tested for Hepatitis B and who should be tested, treatment, how persons with hepatitis B can take care of their liver, and how the disease can be prevented by getting vaccinated. One side is Laotian, the other side is English.

This information sheet discusses the viral infections Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C, which cause liver disease. It describes the modes of transmission for each, the epidemiology of these diseases in the United States, the difference between acute and chronic disease as well as the symptoms, methods of diagnosis, and treatment. The information sheet explains the high risk of these diseases among gay and bisexual men and notes that experts recommend that gay and bisexual men should be tested for Hepatitis B and should be vaccinated for Hepatitis A and B.

This information sheet discusses hepatitis B, a contagious liver disease caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus. It explains the difference between acute infection and chronic disease and describes Hepatitis B transmission, whether the disease is common, its symptoms, how it is diagnosed, the seriousness of the disease, the importance of being tested for Hepatitis B and who should be tested, treatment, how persons with hepatitis B can take care of their liver, and how the disease can be prevented by getting vaccinated. One side is Chinese, the other side is English.