The response to the COVID-19 pandemic is being compared to that observed during the HIV pandemic. Healthcare and legal experts who have witnessed both these pandemics have raised concerns about the upcoming challenges. With the beginning of a slight downfall in the COVID-19 curve, the government of various countries have started relaxing their respective lockdowns. Workplaces in several countries have resumed operations, though with limited employees.
However, as a precaution, some firms have made it mandatory for their employees to undergo a COVID-19 test before resuming work. The same has been made compulsory by airlines and airports. State governments in India too are making health certificates compulsory for migrant workers returning home.However, experts have warned that such measures could lead to ostracization and discrimination of people, similar to what had happened during the…
