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In Canada, an estimated 250,000 individuals are infected with hepatitis C and, because there are often no symptoms, it is possible that more than 80,000 of them don't know it.
Many people newly infected with hepatitis C have no symptoms and are unaware of their infection, but they are still infectious.
It is estimated that there are 3,200-5,000 newly infected individuals in Canada each year, many of whom are young people.
Hepatitis C infection can be prevented: don't share needles or drug use/preparation equipment.
Hepatitis C is NOT spread by hugging, kissing or shaking hands. It is NOT spread by means of food or water.
Hepatitis C can be spread in the household through sharing of razors, toothbrushes, scissors and nail clippers, or any other equipment which could be contaminated with blood.
Because there are medications which can be used to treat hepatitis C, it is important to find out if you have the virus.
Treatment may be an option for you so speak to your health care provider.
There is no vaccine for hepatitis C.