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...reactions1comment
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions7comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactionscomments
Living With AnemiaI have lived with anemia for most of my life. It has been a part of my life since I started having...reactions2comments
HIV and Sex PositivitySex positivity is when a person feels comfortable with their desire for sex and how they wish to experience sex. Sex positivity...reactionscomments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions9comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions7comments
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...reactions2comments
Speak Up Black Women, No Matter What!I am more than a Black woman; I am more than a person you use to prop next to you like a...reactions3comments
