Decree No. 05/2006/N-CTN of the President announcing the Law on Prevention and Control of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), which was adopted by the National Assembly on June 29, 2006.
Key points
- The Law applies to individuals and organizations related to the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS throughout the country.
- It specifies the rights and obligations in preventing and controlling HIV/AIDS including people infected with HIV/AIDS, those who come into contact with HIV-infected persons, healthcare facilities, social organizations, businesses, schools, families, and communities.
- The Law stipulates preventive measures, early detection, treatment, and care for people infected with HIV/AIDS.
- People infected with HIV/AIDS are required to comply with medical measures as prescribed by doctors.
- Healthcare facilities have the responsibility to examine and treat people infected with HIV/AIDS and provide information on the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Positive impact: Enhance community awareness about HIV/AIDS, reduce stigma and discrimination against people infected with HIV/AIDS.
- Negative impact: Increased costs for the healthcare system due to the rising number of patients.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Who does this Law apply to?
The Law applies to individuals and organizations related to the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS throughout the country, particularly people infected with HIV/AIDS, those who come into contact with HIV-infected persons, healthcare facilities, social organizations, businesses, schools, families, and communities.
What are the obligations of people infected with HIV/AIDS?
People infected with HIV/AIDS are required to comply with medical measures as prescribed by doctors. At the same time, they also have the responsibility to inform others about their health status to prevent transmission.
What are the responsibilities of healthcare facilities?
Healthcare facilities have the responsibility to examine and treat people infected with HIV/AIDS and provide information on the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS. At the same time, they must also ensure the confidentiality of patient information.
What should citizens do to prevent HIV/AIDS?
Citizens need to implement safe practices in sexual relations, use regular healthcare services, not share needles, and educate children about knowledge on the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS.
Full text
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PRESIDENT OF THE STATE |
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM |
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Number: 05/2006/L-CTN |
Hanoi, July 12, 2006 |
ORDER
Regarding the promulgation of the Law
PRESIDENT OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
On the basis of Article 103 and Article 106 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1992, amended and supplemented by Resolution No. 51/2001/QH10 dated December 25, 2001 of the National Assembly, Session 10, Tenth Term.
On the basis of Article 91 of the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly.
On the basis of Article 50 of the Law on Legislative Documents.
NOW PROMULGATE
Law on Prevention and Control of Viruses Causing Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS).)
Passed by the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Eleventh Term, Ninth Session, June 29, 2006./.
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PRESIDENT OF THE STATE |
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