My story: my hepatitis C journey as a Black American

Seeking accessible healthcare for the Black community: one woman's journey from homelessness to hepatitis C survivor

Pat, a hepatitis c survivor, leads by example as a health advocate and shares her thoughts on disparities within the healthcare system.

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Written by Michael Gollust. Medically reviewed in February 2024 by Mark Arredondo, MD.

Updated on October 23, 2024

Pat, a hepatitis c survivor, leads by example as a health advocate. In this video, Pat shares her thoughts on disparity within the healthcare system.

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