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barbershop visit

Dear Expert,

Thanks for the great work that you are doing. I visited a barbershop today for hair cut and when he was combing my hair he caused a small cut/scratch, it bled very little - I saw one small smeared drop of blood when I got home-. I am very worried now, since he might cut the previous customer with the same brush. What is the risk of HIV transmission if the brush wasn't used for at least 5 mins.  

Your reply is highly appreciated.  

Thanks you for your time.  

Armando
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"what do you think?"
I think you should read the 2008 Conference that was held in Mexico this year.  
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Thanks Teak,

Waht really worried me is this articl
http://www.aidssociety.com/internationalaids.html

what do you think?
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Move on. You didn't have a risk at a barber shop.
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