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Delphi Study: HIV/AIDS and the Athletic Population.

W R Whitehill1, K E Wright

  • 1William R. Whitehill is Assistant Professor of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Safety at Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN 37132.

Journal of Athletic Training
|June 1, 1994
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Athletes are vulnerable to HIV/AIDS. Experts recommend privacy and education, emphasizing HIV/AIDS as a societal issue, not just an athletic one, to prevent its spread in sports.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Sports Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Athletes are not immune to Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS).
  • Recent public attention highlights the need to address HIV/AIDS within the athletic community.
  • Limited existing research specifically examines HIV/AIDS in athletes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore expert opinions on HIV/AIDS testing, privacy, and education for athletes.
  • To determine if targeted medical testing for HIV/AIDS is appropriate for the athletic population.
  • To identify essential privacy and confidentiality measures for athlete testing and effective educational strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on HIV/AIDS in athletes.
  • Delphi methodology involving a panel of experts.

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  • Structured questioning on testing, privacy, and education.

    • Main Results:

    • HIV/AIDS is a societal issue, not exclusive to athletes.
    • Expert consensus supports robust privacy and confidentiality for testing.
    • Educational interventions are paramount for understanding and prevention.

    Conclusions:

    • HIV/AIDS management in sports requires a broad societal approach.
    • Protecting athlete privacy is critical for any testing protocols.
    • Comprehensive education is the most vital strategy for addressing HIV/AIDS in the athletic community.