Month: July 2012

As a nation we have made great strides to increase knowledge and information amongst the populace concerning HIV/AIDS, however, there are still instances where people with HIV are denied or discriminated against due to their disability or health status.[1]   Both the ACLU and U.S. Department of Justice are taken measures to challenge both government…… Continue reading HIV/AIDS Employment and Health Status Discrimination

All eyes were anxiously on South African runner, Oscar Pistorius, as he trained and competed for a spot on the South African Olympic team for the London 2012 Olympics. Oscar Postorius was born without fibula in both legs.[1]  At the age of 11, Pistorius became a bilateral below the knee amputee and used carbon fiber…… Continue reading Ban for Carbon-Fiber Running Blades Overturned and First Blade Runner Competes for South African Olympic Team