ABC News Nightline Ryan White Interview
Ryan White became a national poster child for HIV/AIDS in the United States after being expelled from school because of his infection. A hemophiliac, he became infected with HIV from a contaminated blood treatment and, when diagnosed in 1984, was given six months to live.Though doctors said he posed no risk to other students, when Ryan tried to return to school, many parents and teachers rallied against his attendance.In a rare interview, Ryan and his mother describe what it's like to live with HIV while dealing with the trials of growing up. It's a remarkable profile of patience, courage and determination.This program also includes a report from April 5, 1990 that has Ryan answering questions from school children.Airdate: 3/2/88 and 4/5/90This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.