If left untreated, hepatitis C can lead to life-threatening harm. The virus is spread through exposure to infected blood and the symptoms can go unoticed for many years.

You could be at risk of hepatitis C if you have ever:

• Had unprotected sex with someone who may have had hepatitis C, especially if there were opportunities for blood to blood contact
• Had dental or medical treatment abroad in unsterile conditions.
• Shared needles or other equipment used for injecting drugs
• Received a blood transfusion before 1996
• Had a piercing, tattoo, electrolysis, semi permanent make up or acupuncture using equipment which may have not been sterilised

 You can do a free, confidential hepatitis C test at home. You prick your finger to get some blood and then send the blood to get tested.    Order a free test here

For more information regarding the 'Hep C U Later' campaign, please visit https://www.hepculater.com/

Published: Jul 11, 2024