Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

Is hepatitis C spread through community acquired needlestick injuries?

April 26, 2017acquired hepatitis c injuries needlestick spread

0

Posted

Is hepatitis C spread through community acquired needlestick injuries?

1 Answer

0

Posted

Hepatitis C virus can survive outside the human body forsome time. However, hepatitis C virus survival is dependent on virus titre, the volume of blood, ambient temperature and exposure to sunlight and humidity. The risk of hepatitis C transmission from syringes discarded in the environment appears to be very low. In May 2007, there has been only one documented case of hepatitis C transmission occurring after a community acquired needlestick.