Needlestick injuries
A needlestick injury is when a sharp object, such as a needle, accidentally breaks the skin. Read about the safe handling and disposal of sharps.
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Blood-borne viruses (BBVs)
Blood-borne viruses like HIV transmit through contact with infected blood or bodily fluids. Learn about treatment and prevention.
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PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis)
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is medicine you can take after possible exposure to HIV to reduce your risk of infection. Learn more about PEP here.
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Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a virus that can cause serious liver disease in an infected person. The hepatitis C virus is usually transmitted when blood from an infected person enters the bloodstream of another person.
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Insulin and diabetes
Find out about insulin and diabetes, including important points on storing insulin, and what to do if you run out of insulin or it has expired.
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Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B can lead to liver damage over time. If you have hepatitis B, it is important to protect others from infection. Find out how.
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Syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems if left untreated. Find out more about syphilis here.
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