HIV-1/AIDS and Military Manpower Policy

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Discusses issues surrounding controversial DOD screening of applicants for military service for HIV-1. Examines aspects of DOD policy on HIV-1/AIDS and legislation introduced to modify current DOD ...

Discusses issues surrounding controversial DOD screening of applicants for military service for HIV-1. Examines aspects of DOD policy on HIV-1/AIDS and legislation introduced to modify current DOD policy, under which applicants who test positive for HIV-1 infect are not eligible for enlistment or appointment to the military. Reviews scope of the problem and issues including testing, career implications, health care concerns, research on HIV-1/AIDS, protection of military personnel and dependents, and foreign policy questions.

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