Ethical issues and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has received much publicity and medical attention. Interest has focused on education, epidemiology, treatment and prevention of the syndrome. This paper raises other issues for consideration, including problems associated with HIV testing, confidentiality, informed consent and the dilemmas facing those involved in the treatment of patients suffering from HIV infection.
Judd
F K
FK
University of Melbourne, Department of Psychiatry, Austin Hospital, Heidelberg, Victoria.
Biggs
B A
BA
Burrows
G D
GD
D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D001315:Australia; D003219:Confidentiality / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D015483:HIV Antibodies / Q000032:analysis; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D010344:Patient Advocacy
D015483:HIV Antibodies