American Woman Sparks Debate Over National HIV/STD Registry Proposal!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

A social media video has ignited controversy after an American woman suggested that individuals living with incurable sexually transmitted infections—such as HIV or herpes—should be registered in a public database similar to those for convicted sex offenders. [1]

What She Proposed

• In the video, the woman questioned why affinity databases exist for sex offenders but not for those with incurable STDs. [2]
• She argued that doctors should be mandated to add the names of patients who test positive to a national registry. [1]
• The aim, she claimed, would be to allow people to verify a partner’s health status before entering into intimate relationships. [2]

Reactions & Concerns

• The suggestion has drawn fierce backlash from health advocates, who say it stigmatizes those living with HIV or herpes and encourages discrimination.
• Critics warn that public registries for health status violate privacy rights and undermine trust in healthcare systems.
• Experts argue that mandatory registration may discourage testing and treatment, pushing infections underground.

Citations:

1. Linda Ikeji’s Blog: www.lindaikejisblog.com/2025/10/american-woman-sparks-debate-after-saying-people-with-hiv-and-incurable-stds-should-be-listed-in-a-national-database-like-sex-offenders-2.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Akelicious: www.akelicious.net/american-woman-sparks-debate-after-calling-for-national-hiv-database-for-dating-transparency/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Managing Editor of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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