In addition, individuals who are HIV positive or who have AIDS, are asked to consult with one of the individual named above. Responses to such occurrences will be guided both by Middlebury's commitment to the protection of individual rights, including confidentiality, and by necessary consideration of the community public health interest. A complete copy of the Middlebury College HIV Policy is available through the Office of Health and Wellness Education, the Parton Health Center or the Dean of Students' Office. If you think you may have been exposed to AIDS or have symptoms of AIDS, we strongly urge you to make contact with the College Health Center. Through the Health Center you will receive information, evaluation, counseling and support, and education regarding testing options.
Confidentiality is maintained in accordance with laws governing the privacy of medical information.
We strongly urge each of you to read the enclosed handouts which contain guidelines for handling blood and body fluids, and information on HIV, which everyone needs to know. Additional information pamphlets, and free condoms are available to all members of the community at the Parton Health Center in the waiting room and in the stairwell on the east end of Carr Hall. If you have any questions regarding AIDS, we encourage you to speak to a nurse at the Health Center. This information is free and calls are confidential. Remember studies and guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and the Public Health Service indicate that individuals with AIDS or AIDS-related conditions do not pose a health risk to others through casual contact.