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A member asked:

If i get my own hep c blood on my hands when changing a dressing, how should i wash my hands to make sure the virus doesn't remain on my hands.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Good handwashing: Good and washing with soap and water is fie.

Dr Ades agreed

Answered 4/7/2013

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