Ryan White
Ryan White (1971–1990) was an American teenager and AIDS activist who gained national attention for challenging HIV/AIDS-related stigma and discrimination. Born in Indiana, White contracted HIV through contaminated blood products used to treat his hemophilia. In the face of widespread fear and misinformation about the virus, White fought for his right to attend school, becoming a symbol of the struggle against HIV/AIDS discrimination. His courage led to the Ryan White CARE Act, providing support for those affected by the disease. White’s legacy endures through the advocacy work done in his name and the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS stigma.
How could these people in the public eye not be afraid of me, but my whole town was?
Author: Ryan WhiteGiven six months to live and being the fighter that I am, I set high goals for myself.
Author: Ryan White
I received thousands of letters of support from all around the world, all because I wanted to go to school.
Author: Ryan WhiteMy name is Ryan White. I am sixteen years old. I have hemophilia, and I have AIDS.
Author: Ryan White