Is hepatitis C contagious?

Hepatitis C is not contagious like the common cold. It is transmitted through the blood of an infected person to a healthy person. read more

Yes, hepatitis C is contagious; it is most often spread through contact with infected blood. This eMedTV resource explains how hepatitis C is contagious and gives tips to avoid spreading the virus that causes the disease. read more

Hepatitis C is a type of liver disease spread by people sharing needles, improper sterilization of surgical instruments, and on occasion, organ transplantation. read more