 |
  
|
  |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
U.S. News Arkansas: Bill Would Require HIV Tests of Prisoners Before ParoleFebruary 9, 2007 Under legislation introduced in the state House Thursday, inmates in Arkansas would have to undergo HIV and STD testing, and if necessary, treatment, before being paroled. Rep. Fred Allen (D-North Little Rock) proposed the measure. The state's population of 14,000 inmates normally includes about 100 who are HIV-positive and 25 to 30 who have been diagnosed with AIDS, said Dina Tyler, spokesperson for the Department of Corrections. Hepatitis testing is required at intake; though HIV tests are voluntary, "everyone takes one," she said. Corrections officials are evaluating the potential costs of the additional testing. Associated Press 02.09.2007  This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update.
|
 |
Email
Print-Friendly
Glossary
The Body: About The Body | Contact The Body | Content Policy | Content Providers | Advertise With Us | Site Map
Remedy Health Media: About Remedy Health Media | Contact Remedy Health Media | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy
The Body is a service of Remedy Health Media, LLC, 250 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10107. The Body and its logos are trademarks of Remedy Health Media, LLC, and its subsidiaries, which owns the copyright of The Body's homepage, topic pages, page designs and HTML code. General Disclaimer: The Body is designed for educational purposes only and is not engaged in rendering medical advice or professional services. The information provided through The Body should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, consult your health care provider.
