Is it safe for persons with Hepatitis C to be preparing food?

Question: Hi! I have recently found out that a fellow co-worker has Hepatitis C. We work in a restaurant and she frequently prepares food. I must also add that her hygiene isn't the greatest which concerns me further. Should I be worried for myself and for my customers? Thanks in advance.

Answers:
Yes it is safe for someone with Hep C to be preparing food. No, you should not be worried for yourself and your customers. Hep c is a blood borne pathogen, which means it is transmitted from blood to blood. HCV must come in contact with another persons blood in order to be spread. Many people don't know about this virus; public education is needed to raise awareness. Many people have the risk factors but haven't been tested.

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Hep C is a blood borne virus, just like HIV so you can't get it unless your blood comes in contact with the infected person..........so if you'll wear gloves while preparing food (which you should) i don't think you have anything to be worried about.......plus you would NOT believe all the people who have Hep C and DO NOT KNOW IT..........same as HIV!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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