Tag Archives: chronic hepatitis c

Miracle and Mystery

Posted on December 28, 2015 by catelabarrecoach

My life has been profoundly impacted and contextualized by the fact that I contracted hepatitis C virus in the early 1970s. Diagnosed in 1995, this knowledge has weighed in on every choice I make. It has been the theme of … Continue reading →

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Baby Steps my A**

Posted on November 14, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

I’ve given up referring to “baby steps” as something “small”. Picture this: A toddler-in-training, pulling herself up on the legs of a coffee table. Phew. Wow, that was hard. Taking a step while holding on. Venturing to let one hand … Continue reading →

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Never Give Up*

Posted on March 24, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans….Before you go to sleep say a little prayer; every day in every way it’s getting better and better.”– John Lennon lyrics from Beautiful Boy (Darling Boy) Some of … Continue reading →

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Silent Epidemic

Posted on March 1, 2012 by catelabarrecoach

This isn’t a feel good, inspiring post, but I encourage you to read on. What is this SILENT EPIDEMIC? Hepatitis C (HCV). At my most recent annual visit with my primary care provider, the nurse handed me a permission form … Continue reading →

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