For the question of the week the scenario was about being a parent of an HIV positive child and trying to get a new dentist. I know how I can be and I would definitely give the receptionist a piece of my mind since she lied to me. I would try to be calm at first, just to hear the explanation she gave. I would call a lawyer immediately and do something about the discrimination I received.
We were warned about how fast the next few weeks of school were going to go and I feel prepared. Spring break was very helpful in preparing me for the “rollercoaster” that’s left ahead. Not only for this class, but all of our classes are going to fly by soon. I am exciting to learn more, especially at the men’s panel that is coming up in a few weeks. I also decided to read another book from the list that we were given, since I read reviews on others and they seem really interesting. Good luck on the second half of the semester guys!
Did You Know?
A study done on historically black colleges and universities in five states showed that students overall did not think they were at high risk for getting HIV. Women scored higher on an HIV knowledge test, but more men were recorded using HIV testing facilities on campus. This made me stop and think because of how many young black women are infected. Does this information explain the so called “down low” and how many black men that might know they are infected but don’t share the information with their female partners? I am upset that more young black women in college are not going to get tested.
Interesting information for your Did You Know feature. It is beyond me that any demographic would not be concerned with HIV. HIV does not exclude anyone, no matter what your race or gender. I am glad to hear you had a good spring break!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy there are only a few weeks left...and then graduation time for me! It's been a long rollercoaster ride, not just semester, that's for sure.
ReplyDeleteWhere did you go to get your HIV test? How long has it been since you've been tested? Sometimes results can take awhile. I hope yours come back in time!
What book are you reading from the list? There were a few on that list that seemed pretty good. Also, your Did You Know facts don't surprise me in the least. Until we step up the education in this country we are going to come back with college age kids with big question marks above their heads when it comes to facts about HIV/AIDS.
I could not believe the amount of fun I had on my spring break! I broke up with my boyfriend of seven years, and actually had an awesome time with my friends. Sometimes you just have to let loose and have fun.
ReplyDeleteI agree classes are going by too quickly... I have some catching up to do in a few of my classes but I think i'll survive.
I do not understand why people do not think that they are at high risk of getting HIV. If you are sexually active, especially if your not using protection, you are at risk. Nice Did You Know Section!
Even with free testing on campus, students of any color will not get tested. I think it is if I don't know, then I can't be blamed mentality. I believe there is a free week coming up that Kyle posted to the website. It will be interesting to see how many students take advantage of it.
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