But others have no problem in their workplace. Before you decide who to tell, learn about your rights. If you can, talk to others who have shared their HIV status with their employer. If you decide to tell your boss or co-workers, you may have to educate them about HIV to overcome their prejudice and fear. For example, they may have the wrong ideas about how HIV is transmitted or how long someone with HIV can stay healthy.
Public accommodations are any services or businesses open to the general public.
Medical care providers are considered public accommodations, so it is against the law for them to deny you treatment. It is also illegal for a doctor to require that you test negative for HIV before treating you. Talk to a lawyer as soon as you can. A lawyer can figure out if you have a case and help you decide what you want to do. Do it soon, because the law places time limits on your right to file a complaint.