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In the past, people have contracted hepatitis C through blood transfusions

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What is a disease of the liver primarily spread through contact with contaminated blood or blood products?

I believe it is Hepatitis C.


Is hepatitis c blood-borne?

Yes, it is spread by "blood-to-blood" and other bodily fluid contact.


Is a inflammation of the liver caused by a viral infection and contracted by coming in contact with an infected person's blood or body fluids?

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Which type of hepatitis is transmitted through direct contact with contaminated blood and body fluids?

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How are bloodborne pathogens spread?

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How is hepatitis spread?

I believe it is spread by body fluids like blood.


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Contact with blood risks?

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Does hepatitis can be spread to other people?

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