People, people, people! If you want info on HCV or general liver health, Try Johns-Hopkins or the CDC websites, not this one.

Per Johns-Hopkins, needle stick transmission among healthcare workers is between 3-5%. Milk thistle likely does no harm, but has not been scientifically proven to do anything.
How long the virus lives outside the body has not been scientifically established.

Duck, I grew up in Yakima, we might even recognize one another. Best wishes to you for a speedy recovery.

Capt. Dan, How goes the combo therapy? I am considering starting in the near future. I know the side-effects can be rough. what's your experience been like.