HIV/AIDS, the Law, and You

Revised 2007

Version 4.2

  


   This publication includes...

  • Protection from Discrimination
  • HIV Testing and Reporting
  • Legal Responsibilities to Prevent the Spread of HIV
  • Insurance Companies
  • Medical Issues and Decisions
  • Planning Ahead
  • Immigration and Travel

HIV and AIDS are considered disabilities like any other medical condition. The Canadian and Saskatchewan human rights codes prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. This means you cannot be discriminated against or harassed for testing HIV-positive or having AIDS, or for associating or living with people who are HIV-positive or people with AIDS.

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