40,000 Nevadans to be notified of possible HIV exposure
In an unrelated story to the ricin toxin, a mass exposure to HIV may have happened at the Endoscopy Center of Southern Nevada that could have gone back as far as March 2004.
Six people are believed to be diagnosed with acute hepatitis C, after having had medications from used syringes. Medical staff was told the reuse of syringes and medication vials is standard practice.
Some 40,000 valley residents are in the process of being notified to test for possible exposure to hepatitis C and B and HIV.
An investigation is forthcoming on the surgical center for unsafe practices.
If you received medical services from the Endoscopy Center since March 2004, contact the Southern Nevada Health District at (702) 799-4636.
