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How to Disinfect Syringes to Prevent HIV

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Updated: November 14, 2007

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Fill With Undiluted Household Bleach

Refill syringe with undiluted household bleach. Let the bleach stand in the syringe for at least 30 seconds but preferably longer. Squirt out the bleach and discard.

Important Tip

  • the longer the bleach remains in the syringe the more viral particles are killed
  • when squirting out the bleach, never direct the syringe toward someone else
  • never reuse bleach

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