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Bleach
Aug 17, 2000

I know that bleach kills a high percentage of HIV in syringes when cleaning them properly. Does bleach kill Hepatitis C?

Response from Dr. Dieterich

Yes, a high percentage, but often not enough. Try to use a needle exchange program if you can! DTD


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