AIDS | HIV Does Not Threaten Heterosexuals

Many researchers argue that the threat of HIV to heterosexuals is greatly exaggerated. In the following viewpoint, Peter W. Plumley agrees and contends that heterosexuals should not be overly concerned about the possibility of contracting HIV. He maintains that having multiple sexual partners does not increase a heterosexual’s risk of HIV infection and that it is highly unlikely for a heterosexual to contract HIV during a one-night stand. Plumley, an independent consulting actuary in Chicago, is the chairman of the Society of Actuaries Non-Insurance HIV/AIDS Task Force.

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