The Importance of Routine in Maintaining U=UIf you are newly diagnosed with HIV, one thing that I am sure you have heard about is medication adherence. Medication adherence is when you are taking the appropriate medicine... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Cardiovascular Care and HIVThere are times since my HIV diagnosis that I have caught myself settling in different categories of my life. Unfortunately, some of these categories have involved my medical care. I'm... By Heather Renee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Afraid of What?!When we think about HIV, why are people so afraid of these 3 letters? When we think about HIV why does it seem so taboo? When we think about HIV... By Davina Conner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How Shingles Reminded Me HIV Health Is My Top PriorityYears ago, after a long Mardi Gras weekend, my partner woke up with a rash on his side. Within a few hours, it changed from a series of bumps into... By Robert Brunet3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Life Essentials From a Long-term SurvivorI've been living with HIV for nearly 4 decades. I've been on effective treatment for over half of that time. I am so thankful that my viral load has remained... By Shawn Decker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Trauma, Love, Relationships, and HIVContent Note: This article describes abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. I am putting pen to paper to write about... By Davina Conner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Processing an HIV DiagnosisWith my 9-year anniversary of my HIV diagnosis slowly approaching, I started to think about those that are going through a new HIV diagnosis. I started to think about those... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living With AnemiaI have lived with anemia for most of my life. It has been a part of my life since I started having periods as a teenager. Generally, I can tell... By Heather Renee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Does Sex Positivity Mean?Sex positivity is when a person feels comfortable with their desire for sex and how they wish to experience sex. Sex positivity looks different for everyone. This is because it... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Planning a Vacation While Living with HIVI'm starting to get plans together for our upcoming Alaskan cruise. While I'm making sure I have the recommended attire and the suitable excursions planned, I know that as a... By Robert Brunet3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Proud: Beyond HIV Status - Living FullyI am HIV-positive. I am a gay man. I am a son. I am a brother. I am a lover. I am PROUD. On my journey in life, being proud... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Chronic Pain and Nerve Block InjectionsI have been dealing with chronic pain of one type or another since 2009. This is about the time they believe I contracted HIV. I have tried different types of... By Heather Renee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Ready to Start ForgivingMy mother had a stroke on the morning of my 13th birthday. My father found her on the bathroom floor where she had fallen. I was the youngest child and... By Robert Brunet3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Attention Decision-Makers: What PLWHIV Want for Young LGBTQIA+ People Today"Prevention and education are important, but representation and resources are even more important." – Ze (H-I-V.net Community Advocate) According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 21 percent of new... By H-I-V.net Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Why We Still Need PrideWith another Pride month upon us, it's been 42 years since the first patients were diagnosed with an illness that we now know as HIV. Forty-plus years we've been fighting... By JD Lee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Importance of Addressing Your Mental HealthAs we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month and since people with HIV have higher rates of depression, I thought it would be a good time to share my experiences... By Shawn Decker4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?Traumatic experiences can be life-changing, and it is well known such experiences can have long-term health effects. In addition to mental health challenges, traumatic experiences can lead to other health... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Steps I Took to Handle Mental Health StrainBefore I found out about my HIV status, I believe that my mental health was solid. I would not say that it was perfect but solid. My diagnosis story is... By Heather Renee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Mental Health Awareness: Focusing On MeMental health awareness month is in May and my overall health and well-being would not be where it is right now if I did not focus on my own mental... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
How to Identify Medical Gaslighting?If you have ever felt dismissed by a doctor, you may have experienced a type of bias (prejudice) called medical gaslighting. Medical gaslighting can happen to anyone, but it most... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments