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Can you be HIV-positive and join the military?
HIV-positive people are still barred from enlisting. If diagnosed afterwards, their careers often suffer.
Do you get tested for HIV in the military?
All military personnel are periodically screened for HIV infection (at a minimum every 2 years or before deployment, on return from deployment, or after having received a diagnosis of various other conditions, such as a sexually transmitted infection).
Can you stay in the military with HIV?
Generally, people HIV-positive cannot join the military. But those who test positive after enlisting face varying treatment.
How often does the military test for STDs?
People who participate in high-risk activities should be frequently tested for HIV and STDs. The Army requires annual chlamydia screening for female Soldiers under 25. Additionally, all Soldiers are required to be tested for HIV at least once every two years.
What happens if you lie to MEPS?
It is not the recruiters job to get you into the military, nor is it MEPS’ job to disqualify you. For both, it’s to ensure that only qualified candidates enlist. The criminal background check and security clearance investigations can and do find sealed records. If anyone tells you otherwise, they are lying to you.
Can a 37 year old reenlist in the Marine Corps?
North Chicago, Illinois 60064. For example, if a 37-year-old Marine with 10 years of service desires to reenlist in the Marine Corps, his/her age will be 27 for enlistment purposes. Although the maximum age for enlistment is 35, any individual older than 28 is required to request an age waiver.
How many people did the Marine Corps Recruiting Command recruit in 2019?
QUANTICO, Virginia – The Marine Corps Recruiting Command achieved its assigned recruiting mission by both component and category for Fiscal Year 2019. Marine recruiters and officer selection officers accessed 37,259 enlisted men and women, and 1,734 officers as directed by the Commandant of the Marine Corps.
Should I re-enlist or reevaluate my IDP?
Congratulations Marine! As you complete your enlistment there are many options available to you. Your decision to “stay Marine” comes with a completely new set of challenges and opportunities. Re-enlistment is a good time to reevaluate your Individual Development Plan (IDP).
What are the requirements to join the Marine Corps Reserve?
If you are interested in enlisting in the Marine Corps Reserve, you must: Be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien. Meet exacting physical, mental and moral standards. Be between the ages of 17-29. Seventeen-year-olds need parental consent.