Blood Borne Viruses

Blood-borne viruses (BBVs) are viruses that some people carry in their blood and can be spread from one person to another. Those infected with a BBV may show little or no symptoms of serious disease, but other infected people may be severely ill.

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Blood Borne Viruses

HIV

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is an infection that weakens your immune system, meaning you’re more likely to catch other harmful infections.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B, a virus carried in the blood and body fluids which infects and can damage the liver and is the most widespread form of hepatitis worldwide.

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C, is a virus carried in the blood which infects the liver, causing inflammation (swelling and tenderness), and can lead to liver cancer.

Harm Reduction

Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use.

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