In January 2010, the United States will officially lift the ban on HIV positive people traveling to the United States without a special waiver. The ban began 22 years ago in the Reagan-era, a decision that President Obama describes as “rooted in fear rather than fact.” It’s a great step (although long overdue) to remove stigma and discrimination against people with HIV. However, UNAIDS reports that 59 countries still impose some form of travel restrictions on people living with HIV.
(Photo of an Air India plane in honor of World AIDS Day 2007)
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