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7. What can a person do to avoid HIV through drug use People who use drugs
should always use new needles, syringes, and works and avoid sharing them If getting new
equipment is not a possibility, people who inject drugs can lower the risk of HIV transmission by cleaning needles and works with bleach immediately after use and just before reuse
Directions for cleaning your syringes:Step 1: Rinse the
syringe with sterile water Step 2: Rinse the syringe with bleach
Step 3: Rinse
again with new sterile water Share with your friends: 
