Advocating for Women's Health and Hepatitis C Transmission Insights

This chapter explores the disparities in funding for women's health, particularly focusing on gynecological cancers and the need for heightened advocacy. It details a study on the perinatal transmission of hepatitis C, identifying key factors such as maternal viremia that impact transmission rates and emphasizing the importance of universal screening. The conversation further emphasizes the necessity of follow-up care and education for pregnant patients to manage infections effectively.