Why is the health district also recommending testing for hepatitis B and HIV?
• The investigation revealed practices that could have exposed patients to the blood of another patient. Although hepatitis C was the focus of the investigation, hepatitis B and HIV can be transmitted in the same manner. How many people will be diagnosed with hepatitis C, B or HIV from this investigation? • It is unknown how many people were infected at the clinic. Hepatitis C, B and HIV are routinely found in the population. A significant number of people might have been infected prior to their procedure. Although testing can determine if a person is infected, it cannot determine the source of the infection. How serious are these illnesses? • Hepatitis C, B or HIV can result in a range of disease severity, and can eventually result in death. • It is important that patients speak with a physician or health care provider if you have one of these diseases. A physician will be able to address specific risks for serious illness and develop a plan to monitor your health. How many cases of h
