How AI is Revolutionizing HIV Prevention and CareHave you ever used a smart phone app or talked to a digital helper online? These tools use Artificial Intelligence (AI), which...reactionscomments
The Health & Hustle Fitbit GiveawayThe Health & Hustle Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day is September 18th...reactions1comment
Beyond Diagnosis: How Embracing My HIV Status Taught Me to Truly LiveI began my HIV journey during the year with the highest number of AIDS deaths ever recorded in the United States. I...reactions3comments
Aging & HIV: Cognitive ChangesMy quality of life has been poor for some time now. I’m making progress but very slowly, in my opinion. As I...reactions7comments
The Connection Between Migraine and HIVI was diagnosed with chronic migraine in 2009. Since then, I have tried a variety of treatment options. These treatments range from...reactionscomments
Battling Norovirus and Aging With HIVHere I am on the cusp of celebrating 40 years of being positive. There is nothing like an extra illness over the...reactions4comments
HIV 101: Teaching HIV AwarenessAs a volunteer, I have the privilege to guest lecture at various high schools, colleges, and universities, teaching HIV 101 and accentuating...reactionscomments
Positive Status and Building a Positive Support GroupI would not be where I am today without community support. Community support is so vital when it comes to someone living...reactionscomments
What I Do to Control the Anxiety of UncertaintyThis is the 30th year that some type of HIV testing has been a part of my life. From the first confirmation...reactionscomments
SisterLove's 20/20 Leading Women SocietyJournalism is invisible advocacy for me, I have been writing since high school. I have been blogging about living with HIV on...reactionscomments
Community Hierarchy: Social Bias in the LGBTQ+ CommunityStigma, in my opinion, is a complex and formidable obstacle hindering the eradication of new HIV transmissions. Its pervasive nature, deeply ingrained...reactions2comments
A Death Diagnosis at 27: A Story of Love, Loss, and ResilienceIt was 1985 and a good year until... "You're positive; put your life in order. You'll be dead in 18 to 24...reactions3comments
Support After Loss and Illness: Is It Okay to Not Be Okay?When my partner died of AIDS, the world became a maelstrom of dark emotions and platitudes. At the end of his lingering...reactions6comments
Cutting Out Toxic PeopleI have been very fortunate to have a great deal of love and support after sharing my diagnoses. My family has been...reactions3comments
Challenging the Language in HIV Advocacy: A Call for ConsistencyIn the world of HIV advocacy, language is powerful. As an advocate, I have often found myself in spaces where we are...reactions1comment
Navigating HIV Disclosure, Love, and Health ChallengesI shared my HIV status with my husband on the very first day that we met. This was in 1998, and it...reactions3comments
My Diagnosis Journey: A Decade with HIVI have been living with HIV for over a decade now and it has been a journey full of obstacles, growth, and...reactions1comment
Why I Stopped Being an HIV Advocate, Then Started AgainIn 1988, I met an AIDS activist, and my life was forever changed. It was during my high school years when I...reactions2comments
Honoring Loved Ones: Keeping Their Memory AliveI always try to recognize days that my community celebrates and that would get people together for a good cause or a...reactions1comment
Reclaiming My NarrativeContent Note: This article describes sexual assault. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page...reactions1comment