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After being tested in the late 1990s, this resident of Thouarses was found to be HIV positive. An ad that changed his life, he has been discriminated against ever since. Even today, the perception of his HIV status hurts him.
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The first HIV test did not detect the presence of the virus in this resident of Thouarses. It was only after the second, several months later, that HIV was discovered. | CO Archives
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Antoine Richard.
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In the late 1990s, Clement* discovered he was HIV positive after taking an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) test on his doctor’s advice. Since then, his life has been completely turned upside down. Very friendly, although today it is quite different. After living in multiple countries and experiencing numerous moves, he settled in Thouarses four years ago. Fifteen years after discovering his HIV status, he is still suffering the consequences. He tells us.
Even today, do you think this is harmful to you?
Clement: “Yes. I met…
