What was the public's general understanding of AIDS when Ryan was diagnosed?
Well-understood
Poorly understood
Seen as a hoax
Seen as a government conspiracy
Answer
When Ryan White was diagnosed with AIDS, the disease was poorly understood by the general public. This led to unwarranted fears and discrimination against Ryan and others living with the disease.
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