Which Hepatitis strain is primarily transmitted through direct contact with human blood and is very common in jails and prisons?

Hepatitis C is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected human blood, making it particularly relevant in settings like jails and prisons where such exposure can occur through various means, including sharing needles or other drug paraphernalia, injuries, or medical procedures. The virus is highly contagious through blood-to-blood contact, and because incarcerated populations often have higher rates of drug use, the likelihood of transmission is increased in these environments. This direct blood transmission is a key factor in the prevalence of Hepatitis C in correctional facilities, distinguishing it from other strains of hepatitis that may have different modes of transmission, such as Hepatitis A, which spreads through fecal-oral contamination, or Hepatitis B, which can be transmitted through bodily fluids but is less common through blood contact compared to Hepatitis C.