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Occupational Exposure

A collection of resources devoted to occupational exposure and how to prevent them.

HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis

HIV post-exposure prophylaxis has been shown to decrease the chance of HIV infection after a health care related exposure.

Needlestick Injuries

This feature highlights the risk of needlestick injuries and what is being done to decrease the risk.

New CDC Recommendations For HIV Exposure

The CDC has announced new recommendations for HIV exposure.

Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

What if you are exposed to HIV? The CDC has post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) recommendations.

Preventing Occupational Exposure

A guide to how to diminish the risk of occupational exposure to HIV and other diseases.

What to do After a Needlestick

If you experienced a needlestick or sharps injury or were exposed to the blood or other body fluid of a patient during the course of your work, immediately follow these steps.

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