How Does It Look To You?HIV does not look the same for everyone and it does not feel the same. Remembering this will help a lot of...reactions1comment
My Own MortalityHello Family, this your girl Octavia checking in. I had surgery a few days ago and it really scared me. It scared...reactions4comments
The Masks We WearIn recent years, we've all become more familiar with masks, as people have found innovative ways to help slow the spread of...reactions8comments
Coping with Grief During the Holiday SeasonI can remember when the holidays became emotionally difficult. My father died a sudden death in April 1986. His death devastated my...reactions10comments
Struggling While ParentingEditor's note: Trigger warning - This story includes the use of derogatory language about members of the LGBTQIA community. Hello Family, this...reactions3comments
Addressing Bug ChasersThere is a growing problem within the community, particularly within that of MSM (men who have sex with men). It isn't necessarily HIV...reactions2comments
It’s Ok Not to Be OkA few weeks back, at the age of 33, I went to therapy for the first time in my life. I, like...reactions2comments
COVID-19 and Flu: Similarities, Differences, and How to Protect YourselfAs the coronavirus and flu season collide, this upcoming fall and winter will be like none the world has ever seen. Here...reactions1comment
My Soul Looks Back and WondersMy soul looks back and wonders. "How I Got Over" is a gospel song made even more popular by Aretha Franklin and...reactions12comments
Getting Sick During a PandemicThis pandemic has had everyone on their toes, especially those of us with weaker immune systems. Experiencing an illness during this time...reactionscomments
Healthy LivingLiving a healthy life is something that is beneficial regardless of HIV status. Since it is so important to live a healthy...reactions7comments
For Those Born with HIV: Where Is Our Day?Having HIV since birth, I have been given much to mourn and much to celebrate. Celebration and remembrance are two very important...reactions1comment
PandemicI am here, but not here. I feel like I am physically here but, on the outer, I feel strange - like...reactions1comment
Growing Up with HIV: My ChallengeLife is full of wonder, and sometimes, we wonder why life is so full of challenges. My life, of course, is no...reactions6comments
Something GoodOccasionally, I’m asked where I get my motivation. Be it in the gym or in life, there have been many moments that...reactionscomments
Managing HIV During a New PandemicWhen COVID-19 came to the United States, I do not think anyone was prepared for what it has done to the United...reactionscomments
Take the Connected Health Survey! (CLOSED)In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we...reactionscomments
A Life Giving LabelThe labels and names we give ourselves help define who we are and how we express ourselves to others. Labels can be...reactions1comment
Ending HIV/AIDSIt sounds so good. What is all this talk about ending the epidemic? Can someone please tell me? And why as soon...reactionscomments
Personal Stories on Managing Mental HealthDid you know that you can find the H-I-V.net community on Instagram? Give us a follow @hiv_hu and check out some of...reactions1comment
