Vacationing with Chronic Health ConditionsOne vacation, two vacations, three vacations, four! While most people find vacations relaxing, they can be stressful for individuals living with chronic...reactions1comment
Relationships, Recovery, and AdvocacyI was involved in an abusive homosexual relationship starting in October 2015 until April 2017. In April 2017, I almost died from...reactions1comment
The Health Impacts of Anti-LGBTQ+ PoliciesLGBTQ+ people often face stigma and discrimination when it comes to accessing health services. This contributes to health inequity. For example, anti-LGBTQ+...reactions1comment
Let's 'Clean' HouseIt is amazing to have access to thousands of profiles with a glimpse of an individuals’ face and a little blurb about...reactions3comments
Should I Get Tested?If you believe you may have been exposed to HIV, you must have many questions and it can be overwhelming. Be sure...reactions2comments
Peace Takes EffortHave you ever held a grudge against someone? My grudge partner is my older brother. We’ve become seasoned veterans of the blame...reactionscomments
Celebrating Pride With Loved OnesThis year I will forever remember my Los Angeles Pride experience. I was fortunate to accompany 4 of the most important people...reactions1comment
Stay Proud After PrideHave you all noticed the lack of rainbows lately? I always realize when pride season is over because I see less and...reactions1comment
Ask the Health Leaders: Issues that Impact Long-term SurvivorsLong-term survivors (LTS) face unique challenges as they age with HIV. So we asked community health leaders for H-I-V.net: In your opinion...reactions8comments
What is AIDS Survivor Syndrome?People living with HIV/AIDS for many years often have specific needs. They may face different challenges than long-term survivors of other health...reactions6comments
Why We Celebrate Pride"I am proud of all of my identities, relationships and accomplishments. Pride is not only something that you feel around Pride Season...reactions2comments
Transgender AwarenessI want to highlight the importance of raising awareness of the experiences and voices of both the transgender and gender non-conforming communities...reactions5comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check...reactions2comments
Health Awareness for Gay MenAlthough National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day happens once a year on September 27th, that should not stop any gay man from...reactions1comment
Protecting Myself from Communicable IllnessesLiving with HIV has taught me just how necessary it is to protect myself from communicable illnesses. While my immune system is...reactionscomments
Minutes With Jah: You Are Deserving of LoveAs human beings, community and connection are natural desires. Jah talks about his experience and how he reconciled with his self-worth after...reactions1comment
HIV & Nutrition: How to Decode Food IngredientsA food label can tell you a lot about what you are eating. It shows the number of calories and serving sizes...reactions2comments
HIV in "Hidden" Populations: The Unhoused and IncarceratedIn 2019, the United States government launched a campaign to end the HIV epidemic. The program focuses on proven methods to prevent...reactions1comment
HIV and Chronic PainLong-lasting, or chronic, pain is common in those living and aging with HIV. People can live longer with HIV if they take...reactions1comment
Minutes with Jah: Celebrating the 6th Year Anniversary of U=UIn this episode of Minutes with Jah, I will be talking about the anniversary of U=U (undetectable = untransmittable). It has been...reactions1comment