"I Am the Face of AIDS": Ryan White and the Politics of Innocence in the History of HIV/AIDS.

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      PNEUMOCYSTIS pneumonia; HEPATITIS associated antigen; HIV infection transmission; FUNERAL industry; HIV infections; HOMOPHOBIA
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      The article discusses the impact of Ryan White, a young boy who became a prominent figure in the HIV/AIDS epidemic after contracting HIV through contaminated blood products. His high-profile death and funeral led to the passage of the CARE Act, which provided federal funding for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. However, the focus on Ryan's innocence reinforced stigmas against marginalized groups affected by HIV/AIDS, leading to punitive measures and funding issues within the legislation. The article highlights the complex legacy of Ryan White and the ongoing challenges faced by marginalized communities in the fight against HIV/AIDS. [Extracted from the article]
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