Only trolls would try to diminish the well documented accomplishments of this long ignored American heroine. Everyone should do themselves a favor and learn more about this fascinating and inspiring person. I can't wait to see her grace the $20 bill!
The previous commentors failed to address is the fact that 28% of new infections are caused by unprotected HETEROSEXUAL sex, and 8% are from IV drug abusers.
Drive past any inner city blood bank and look at the drug addicts lined up to sell you their blood for $30. Do you think they lie when questioned about their HIV status?
My point is, whether you get tainted blood from a drug addict or a gay or heterosexual person who had unprotected sex, THE EFFECT IS THE SAME. That is why they test ALL blood. The chance of getting HIV from a transfusion is about 1 in 2 million, according to the CDC. And yes, that is still too many. But don't fan the flames of homophobia while giving a pass to groups responsible for the other 36% of new infections.
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Drive past any inner city blood bank and look at the drug addicts lined up to sell you their blood for $30. Do you think they lie when questioned about their HIV status?
My point is, whether you get tainted blood from a drug addict or a gay or heterosexual person who had unprotected sex, THE EFFECT IS THE SAME. That is why they test ALL blood. The chance of getting HIV from a transfusion is about 1 in 2 million, according to the CDC. And yes, that is still too many. But don't fan the flames of homophobia while giving a pass to groups responsible for the other 36% of new infections.