Triumphs+Trials

25 Years Ago... ' The National Association of People With AIDS is formed. ' Following criticism, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issues a clarification of the phrase high-risk group, urging that it not be used to wrongly justify discrimination and fear of HIVers. 10 Years Ago... ' After failure of their government to adequately respond to the nation's epidemic with medical treatment for HIVers, South African activists form the Treatment Action Campaign. 'Despite a finding by his Health and Human Services secretary that needle exchanges are effective and do not encourage illicit drug use, President Clinton does not lift a ban on use of federal funds for the programs. 1 Year Ago... ' The World Health Organization and the United Nations Joint Programme on HIV/AIDS recommend that "male circumcision should always be considered" in HIV prevention efforts.