How HCV is NOT Transmitted
The hepatitis C virus is NOT airborne; therefore, it is NOT spread by:
- sneezing and coughing
- holding hands
- kissing (unless there is deep-kissing and open sores present)
- using the same toilet
- eating food prepared by someone with HCV
- holding a child in your arms
- swimming in the same pool
From HEPATITIS C FAQ, Version 4, dated August 1, 2000.