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I work in a facility with an increasing number of woman using menstrual underwear. many of the women are at risk for hepatitis c virus.many do a cold was and line dry these products.they use a community washer. is there a risk for spread of the virus?
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No risk at all. HCV is not spread in this manner. Don't worry about it.
Answered 6/6/2023
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Wearing this kind of clothing is not a risk factor for hepatitis C. This should not be a concern at all. Good luck.
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