Vertex Getting Ready

[SusieS2010]

Today Vertex launched its patient education video and website. They have also launched their support line with nurses to answer questions about HCV.

The website link is http://www.bettertoknowc.com/ and the video is http://www.youtube.com/hepctv.

The toll-free number is 1-855-HepC-Nurse (1-855-437-2687) and operators are available from 8am-8pm ET.  Language translation is available.

[James10500]

Closed above 50 today 51.07

[SusieS2010]

Maybe I did. I am sorry.

[copyman]

Maybe you misunderstood . I believe the bump comes from Telaprevir getting ready to be approved. I do NOT disagree

[James10500]

Thanks for postin Susie, way cool !!

[SusieS2010]

Thye bump today was from publication of trial results on telaprevir and co-infection. Bumps always come before the drug is approved which was what you disagree with.

[copyman]

I posted a few weeks back that Vertex stock was rising because they were getting ready to roll out Telaprevir. A few members here answered that it had to do with their cystic fibrosis drug.  Now I'm convinced I was right and it has to do with Telaprevir getting FDA approval.
Perhaps their stock hitting the $50 mark has something to do with the CF drug but I think the real reason is inside information and now public information about Telaprevir.

[HectorSF]

Good to see.
Some good basic info for those looking forward to treating at the website.

Learning about hepatitis c
# How the Liver Works
# Hepatitis C Basics
# Hepatitis C Made Simple
# Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Getting Ready for Treatment
    * Understanding Treatment Options
          o Alternative Medicine
          o What Is Interferon?
          o What Is Ribavirin?
          o What Is Viral Kinetics?
    * How to Have a Healthier Liver

    * Getting Mentally Prepared
    * Working During Treatment
    * Preparing Your Finances
    * Childcare and Other Support
    * Healthcare Benefits
    * Ordering Medication

Thanks much.
Hectorsf

[uncledudeness]

this is exciting and way to long in the making. so many people are going to be helped by these new PI's. thanks for the post.