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A Model For A Policy On Hiv/Aids And Athletics, Laurie A. Bitting, Cynthia Trowbridge
A Model For A Policy On Hiv/Aids And Athletics, Laurie A. Bitting, Cynthia Trowbridge
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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected athletes exist at the collegiate level and are engaging in competitive sports, as was revealed by a 1993 NCAA survey. Unfortunately, there is a void when the issue of policy for the HIVpositive athlete and his or her participation rights at the collegiate level is addressed. Given the controversial nature of opinion on HIV and the resultant acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), it is recommended that a policy be in place for an HIV-infected athlete before it is needed. Ithaca College has recently developed such a policy, and it is offered here to other educational institutions as …