HIV and Sports. American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Virus in the Athletic Setting.

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ERIC Number: EJ447925

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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HIV and Sports. American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Virus in the Athletic Setting.

Physician and Sportsmedicine, v20 n5 p189-91 May 1992

The American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on participation of athletes with human immunodeficiency virus suggests they be allowed to participate in competitive sports until disease transmission is found to occur in sport settings. The article discusses physician and coach roles and recommends precautions regarding body fluids and emergency care. (SM)

Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Athletes, Athletic Coaches, Communicable Diseases, Elementary Secondary Education, Health Promotion, Higher Education, Injuries, Prevention, Sports Medicine, Student Participation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - General

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Language: English

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