Guidelines for the Emergency Management of Injuries and Post-exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) (including needlestick and sharps injuries, sexual exposure and human bites) where there is a risk of transmission of bloodborne viruses and other infectious diseases
PEP and PEPSE
>> HIV PEP/PEPSE
>> Hepatitis B PEP
>> Hepatitis B vaccine
>> Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin (HBIG)
>> Hepatitis B vaccination record card
>> Hepatitis C
Currently there is no recommended post-exposure prophylaxis for HCV.
However, treatment of early infection has been shown to be successful.
>> HIV PEP leaflet
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Overview of EMI Guidelines
Appendices
Increased emphasis on sexual exposure
Revised HIV PEP for adults