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Mental and emotional health
Greg Louganis On Living With HIV: 'I Didn't Think That I'd See 30'

"Back in 1988 when I was diagnosed with HIV, we thought of HIV as a death sentence." US Olympic diver Greg Louganis reveals how he won a medal shortly after being diagnosed with HIV, and the discrimination he faced.

Published
03 August 2012
From
Huffington Post
Experiences of stigma
How to tackle HIV stigma among health care workers

Stemming in part from negative associations with the virus itself, and in part from marginalisation of populations highly impacted by the virus, stigma and discrimination has long dissuaded

Published
02 August 2012
By
Mara Kardas-Nelson
HIV prevention policy
What science can't yet treat: HIV's impact on minorities, poor

For all the strides made against HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, science and medicine alone can't end an epidemic that affects vulnerable populations disproportionately: minorities, young people, poor people and those who lack access to health care.

Published
27 July 2012
From
The News Tribune
Employment
HIV Employment Discrimination Still an Issue in US, UK

Employment law and licensing practices in the United States and the United Kingdom are making it increasingly difficult for people living with HIV to enter the workforce, further increasing stigma and discrimination.

Published
27 July 2012
From
POZ
Religion and faith
International AIDS Conference: Too much to do in too little time

Testimonies from speakers from all over the world were heard at the Interfaith Conference organised by the Ecumenical Advocacy Alliance, held prior to the 19th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2012), and looking at the theme of Taking Action for Health, Dignity and Justice.

Published
23 July 2012
From
The Independent
Sex workers
Malawi sex workers fear HIV testing

A sex work situation analysis report has revealed that sex workers (SWs) are afraid of undergoing HIV testing for fear of the consequences of being found HIV positive.

Published
29 June 2012
From
Nyasa Times
Telling people you have HIV
The stupid question: “Are you clean?”

This irritating question has become typical on internet dating sites and in nightclubs as strangers negotiate a hookup. It is not only insulting to people with HIV, it also has no real value. And in my newest posting, I explain why it also creates the perfect scenario for a new HIV infection.

Published
22 June 2012
From
My Fabulous Disease
Experiences of stigma
Police HIV advice 'outdated and stigmatising'

Guidelines on handling HIV sufferers perpetuate false stereotypes, causing distress and wasting public money.

Published
19 June 2012
From
The Guardian
Bad science and bogus treatments
Sowetan villainizes life-saving treatment: Another “ARV boob” booby

Today the Sowetan carried the story of a woman with grotesquely overgrown breasts. The paper’s reason for her condition: ARVs in general. In a climate where close to 6 million people are living with HIV and will eventually need treatment, this kind of coverage is deeply misleading and unethical.

Published
18 June 2012
From
JournAIDS
Experiences of stigma
UK border control slammed for gay HIV paedo outburst

The inspector of London's Gatwick Airport has slammed the UK Border Agency after officers likened a gay HIV positive man to a paedophile.

Published
18 June 2012
From
Gay Star News
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