Question

which diseases can be transmitted through unsanitary tools used for tattooing and piercing? check all that apply.
tetanus
melanoma
skin cancer
hepatitis
hiv

Explanation:

• Tetanus: Caused by Clostridium tetani, which can enter through breaks in the skin (like from unsanitary tools).
• Hepatitis: Viruses (e.g., hepatitis B, C) can be transmitted via blood - contaminated tools.
• HIV: The virus can be transmitted through blood (if tools are contaminated with infected blood).
• Melanoma and skin cancer are not infectious diseases transmitted through tools; they are related to factors like UV exposure, genetic mutations (not transmission via unsanitary tools).

Answer:

tetanus, hepatitis, HIV