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Bloodborne Pathogens:
HIV and Hepatitis B
About Human Immunodeficiency
Virus (HIV)
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the
virus that causes AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). HIV makes people sick by
attacking the immune system and keeping it from
being able to fight infection. Eventually these
infections take over, and the person with AIDS
dies. There is no cure for AIDS. By taking a few
simple precautions, you can set your mind at
ease.
Protecting Yourself
To protect yourself from HIV and Hepatitis B,
wear latex gloves if you will be in contact with
body fluids. Use a pocket mask when giving CPR.
If you come in direct contact with body fluids,
wash the area with soap and warm water and go
to the emergency room.
About Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)
Hepatitis B virus is a potent bloodborne virus that
attacks the liver, causing illness and sometimes
death. But HBV is one of the few serious infectious diseases that can be prevented with a safe,
effective vaccine. Vaccination is recommended if
you are traveling or work in a profession with
high risk of exposure.
Transmission of HIV and HBV
Both HIV and Hepatitis B can only be transmitted
through body fluids. These include:
• blood
• semen
• vaginal secretions
• body fluids that might be exposed as a result of
injury
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