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How to wash hep c blood stained clothes in the laundry. is washing in warm water and regular detergent good enough?
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Bleach: Hepatitis c in blood can be contagious even if the blood is dry. Only way i know is cleaning with a bleach solution (1 part bleach to 10 parts water).
Answered 11/11/2020
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