NAVMC 2904 — Commander's Guide To The Hiv

NAVMC 2904 governs procedures for the handling of HIV positive personnel by commanding officers in the Marine Corps.

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  • Publication number: NAVMC 2904
  • Title: COMMANDER'S GUIDE TO THE HIV
  • Date: 11 Jun 1991
  • Proponent: 02000 Telecommunications
  • Status: New

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NAVMC 2904 covers HIV medical and epidemiological evidence, testing policy, counseling for active duty Marines and Reservists, and Marine Corps HIV education. It includes counseling checklists, notification forms, medical evaluation requirements, and Reserve transfer and discharge options.

Applies to: This Manual is applicable to the Marine Corps Reserve.

Topics covered

  • HIV testing policy
  • HIV transmission
  • Counseling HIV positive Marines
  • HIV education
  • Medical evaluation for HIV positive personnel
  • Reserve transfer options

Questions and answers

Can an HIV test determine when or how someone became infected?

The test cannot determine when or how the person became infected, and the test cannot determine if the HIV is still in the person’s body. (paragraph 5)

Does a positive HIV test mean that someone has AIDS?

The test does not mean that you have AIDS, and does not automatically mean that you will develop AIDS in the future. (paragraph 5)

What does a positive HIV test indicate?

The test does mean that at some time you were infected with the HIV. (paragraph 5)

What must be provided after HIV advisement or transfer?

Provide the member with AIDS information pamphlet, AIDS Hotline telephone numbers, and a copy of medical evaluation message. (paragraph 5)

What records must be updated after HIV advisement or transfer?

Ensure health and dental record entries are made. (paragraph 5)

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