HIV testing - A standard part of your yearly physical

[Langox510x]

Originally Posted by Munchkin03

I think this is a great idea, but it might be hard logistically.

We can whine all we want about personal liberties, but let's get real here: HIV/AIDS is a public health issue. Is being required to take the Mantoux skin test for TB before you go to college/start some jobs violating personal liberties? It's simply another way to eliminate a health threat. I, personally, don't see anything wrong with testing for either. But then again, I get tested every six months.

I agree. If it was something that wouldnt possibly effect and endanger the lives of others thats one thing, but we can slow down the spread of AID's with methods like this so that people with AID's are aware they have it and not spreading it to everybody else.

[sdsuchelle]

The CDC isn't saying that HIV testing at physicals will be mandatory. It's voluntary, just like it is now, but maybe it would mean your doctor would mention it or ask you if you'd like to be tested.

Hopefully it will create more awareness.