Implementation of HIV/AIDS Act begins

September 11, 2018 11:25

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has announced implementation of the HIV and AIDS Act, 2017 starting September 10, 2018.

Passed on April 20, 2017, the Act prohibits discrimination against people with HIV in terms of of treatment, employment and workplace.The Act also says that no person shall be compelled to disclose his/her HIV status for obtaining employment or services, except with their informed consent, and if required by a court order.

The Central Government will also issue necessary guidelines with respect to protocols for HIV and AIDS related diagnostic facilities. Anti-retroviral Therapy and Opportunistic Infection Management will also be applicable to all persons. -- ANI

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