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HEALTHJul 13 · 21:18 UTCVERITE NEWSHalle Parker

Louisiana takes steps to bring its HIV exposure law in line with modern science

Louisiana updated its HIV exposure law to align with modern science, narrowing liability to cases with a 'substantial likelihood of transmission' and exempting those on antiviral medications. The law, which passed unanimously and was signed by Gov. Jeff Landry, aims to reduce stigma and encourage HIV testing.

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LouisianaplaceLouisiana Coalition on Criminalization and HealthorganizationSean McCormickpersonCenter for HIV Law and PolicyorganizationJeff LandrypersonWilliams InstituteorganizationHIV exposure lawstopicantiviral medicationstopic
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