Editorial - A Real AIDS Problem, in America

The AIDS epidemic is spreading faster than previously thought, even as the American public’s concern about it declines. That dangerous disconnect underscores the urgency of a new campaign announced by the Obama administration to combat complacency about the disease and its potential to strike the unwary. Full Story »

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Megan Neider
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by Megan Neider - Feb. 23, 2011

(extra credit) This article seems to frame the story in a way that focuses on structural responsibility. Americans used to be far more aware of the AIDS problem, but over time they have stopped seeing it as such a critical issue. This is a large problem because there are medical advances being made, but AIDS has still largely increased in numbers. The article does not talk about personal choices or responsibility, rather it suggests that the government and media should make sure to make AIDS a priority on their conversation agendas. People need to be aware that AIDS is not a problem facing "others" such as in Africa, it is an overwhelming problem in the United States as well. Lack of awareness can be extremely crippling to improving problematic situations, so the article seems to suggest structural policies or actions need to be taken to make Americans realize that AIDS is still a largely important issue in society today.

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