I've talked a lot about discrimination & stigma on this blog. Often it's been in reference to actions in backwoodsy, podunk or 3rd worldy type places. But never think the uber sophisticates of the urban world can't be just as prejudicial.
This article talks about how surgeon in Manhattan refused treatment of a man due to his HIV status. The doctor was informed his actions were illegal & it was eventually discovered his behavior was habitual. Now federal prosecutors are taking the doctor to court.
People try to play down the level of stigma & discrimination against HIV + people. That's ridiculous. The level of prejudice against + people is astounding & shows no signs of lessening. Some complain when patients sue doctors. But, in some cases what other choice was there? If a single doctor can get away with refusing treatment, it could easily escalate to more doctors or even all of them.
Cya...
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