According to this piece, the CDC is taking input on modifying their recommendation for HIV testing with primary care providers. They are pushing for the test to become part of standard care. It would be as common as a CBD, CMP, Lipid Panel, etc... It would be just another lab drawn.
The goal is to diagnose the illness as soon as possible. That way treatment has a better chance to prevent damage to the patient. If the result is negative, it can provide an opportunity for education on the virus & it's prevention.
The more common this test, the less startling it will be. If capitalism holds, commonality should drive down the cost of it a well. Instead of being a novelty for a questionable population, it would be standard care. This is something people have been trying to accomplish for a long time. This basic step could help millions.
That's all for now, take care.
Cya...
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