11th Post. CHANGE HAS COME

In my HIV course I can say that I have grown a lot. I can actually discuss HIV and be able to know what I am talking about. I am going to the men’s panel tonight I heard that the women’s panel was nice so I hope to get a lot of this panel. I think that everyone especially individuals interested in the health care field should definitely take this course. I wish that I could share all of my new information with the world, but no one listens. If everyone took this class I am positive the epidemic would stop or at least decrease drastically.

DYK?

That last month our very own President Barack Obama lifted the ban places against people who have HIV from traveling to the U.S. Because President Obama lifted this ban, individuals with HIV are free to come to the United Stated for treatments, vacations, to adopt children, attend conferences and such without having to go through the hassle at the airports for having AZT in their bags. This is a step toward CHANGE.

I am actually happy that this ban was lifted. I think that it was only in place out of fear. This shows that President Obama is not afraid and that more than likely he too has taken the time to learn a thing or two about HIV and individuals with HIV. I am sure that he knows that keeping people with HIV out of the country is not going to stop the spread. We have enough people here infecting each other so outsiders won't really make a difference. I think everyone should be able to travel where they please but I can understand rules and regulations with residency.

If you are interested in reading more on the topic I found this article entitled HATE CRIMES LAW STRENGTHENED, HIV TRAVEL BAN ENDED; BAD WEEK FOR HATE & FEAR IN WASHINGTON! At the following website:
http://www.onepeoplesproject.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=231:hate-crimes-law-strengthened-hiv-travel-ban-ended-bad-week-for-hate-a-fear-in-washington&catid=41:political-affairs