FYI hep C requires blood on blood contact to be passed. Not that I would take the chance personally, but probably 75% of people with that certain habits have it anyway.
Originally Posted by pensfan123456
*There are 17,000 new cases of Hep C each year in the US and it kills more annually than
any other infectious disease, including HIV.
Transmitted through any blood-to-blood contact,like...
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Shared drug paraphernalia, e.g. IV needles and other accessories, and shared intranasal and insufflation paraphernalia, e.g.,bills, straws, "phone dialers", "tooters".
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Shared hygiene products, e.g., toothbrushes and razors
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Unprofessional tattoos-home and jail/prison tattoos, or anywhere that doesn't use
brand new tattoo needles on each client. Autoclaved (sterilization with heat) is NOT as safe as NEW
*Sex (HCV isn't a STD,but it can be transmitted during sex)
Also at increased risk are...
*"Baby Boomers" (born 1946-1964)
*Vietnam Veterans
*Blood transfusion recipients and surgeries before 1992
A microscopic speck of blood containing Hep C can live on a surface, including personal hygiene products, at room temperature for up to six (6) weeks.
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