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Can you get diseases from saliva? should i wear gloves when i give oral drug tests at my work?
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Yes and yes: Yes there are many diseases and illnesses that can be passed via saliva. It is standard of practice to wash hands and wear gloves in medical field especially when interacting with mucous membranes.
Answered 2/16/2016
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