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Can diseases such as hepatitis b/c or hiv be spread through mosquitos or bed bugs if they bite you?

Q: can diseases such as hepatitis b/c or hiv be spread through mosquitos or bed bugs if they bite you?

: No, not recognized as possible ways of transmission for Hep B/C or HIV. Check cdc.gov for reliable information regarding transmission of above mentioned viruses.

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No, not recognized as possible ways of transmission for Hep B/C or HIV. Check cdc.gov for reliable information regarding transmission of above mentioned viruses.

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Answered 11/27/2021

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

None of these diseases is transmitted by insects. Effective vaccine is available for Hep B (and also Hep A) and you should get vaccinated. Get HPV, Flu and Covid vaccines. Wish you good health!

Answered 11/27/2021

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Can diseases such as hepatitis b/c or hiv be spread through mosquitos or bed bugs if they bite you?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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