How can I protect myself?

If you inject drugs, use your own needles.You can protect yourself and others from hepatitis C:

  • Don't share drug needles with anyone.
  • Wear gloves if you have to touch anyone's blood.
  • Don't use an infected person's toothbrush, razor, or anything else that could have blood on it.
  • If you get a tattoo or body piercing, make sure it is done with clean tools.
  • If you have several sex partners, use a condom during sex.
  • If you have hepatitis C, don't give your blood or plasma. The person who receives it could become infected with the virus