Abstract
Blood borne viruses (BBVs) are viruses that are transmitted
by blood or body fluids containing blood. The most
important BBVs in Australia include hepatitis C (HCV),
hepatitis B (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV). The August 2005 Bug Breakfast explored the
prevalence of BBVs in people entering prison, BBV-related
risk behaviours in prisons, and existing harm reduction
strategies in correctional facilities.
