Importance of Exercise in People Living With HIVExercise may not be a priority if you are living with HIV, but it is essential for your health and well-being. There...reactions2comments
My Anxiety was Killing Me, So I Took 3 Deep BreathsI knew something was wrong when I cried every time I put my shoes on in the morning. It wasn't my feet...reactions3comments
Criminalization of HIV Status in the United StatesHIV criminalization laws in the United States are under scrutiny from the United Nations (UN) and the White House. Criminalization is making...reactions3comments
You Aren't AloneI want to express how important it is to spend time with family and friends. There was a moment in my life...reactions5comments
The Connection Between Lipodystrophy and HIVLipodystrophy is a side effect of some drugs used to treat people living with HIV. These drugs are older medicines that are...reactions4comments
Christmas and DepressionAs the cold front moved in, I began to feel the desire to decorate the Christmas tree. This is highly unusual for...reactions8comments
More Than Just Holidays: Finding Gratitude as an HIV-Positive Gay ManThis time of year, I am always so thankful for what I have in life. There are so many times in my...reactions5comments
Minutes with Jah: Big Things and New AspirationsMental health check-in! It has been some time since I've done a mental health check-in with you all. So I wanted to...reactions3comments
My Tips on Surviving the Holidays and Living With HIVIt doesn't take a lot for me to get excited about the holidays. I always love the feeling in the air with...reactions2comments
7 Tips for Attending In-Person Events SafelyThe combination of winter months, holidays, and an ongoing pandemic can create challenges for those living with HIV who are susceptible to...reactions2comments
Minutes with Jah: USCHA and Medical MistrustA recently attended the NMAC United States Conference on HIV and AIDS in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and I had a blast...reactions2comments
For Me, for You, for Our Community: World AIDS DayEach year, on December 1st, I celebrate World AIDS Day alongside my community. This day is one that I cherish every year...reactions1comment
World AIDS Day: A Day of Mourning or Celebration?In Houston, Texas 2005, I was working at an organization named AVES, which is no longer in service. I was the event...reactions2comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactions2comments
Minutes with Jah: World AIDS DayIt's been 21 years since I tested positive for HIV. On this World AIDS day, I celebrate my life and journey living...reactions2comments
Ask the Advocates: 3 Tips to Set Holiday BoundariesThere are many holidays celebrated in the United States over the fall and winter. For people living with HIV (PLWHIV), this may...reactions2comments
HIV and Happy: How I Found That Feeling AgainLong-term survival requires you to navigate the difficulties of the chronic condition landscape. The overwhelming circumstances of living with HIV can cast...reactions5comments
What Does Aging Look Like for MeFirst, I want to say that I never thought that I would be living this long with HIV. Not that it is...reactions2comments
Being a Long-Term Survivor: Finding Love After SeroconvertingLong-term survivor and HIV advocate, Robert, talks about seroconverting and finding acceptance not only in himself but from others around him that...reactions1comment
Social Security Disability: Overwhelming SituationI have been on social security disability since I received my HIV/AIDs diagnosis. When I was working, my employers felt as though...reactions4comments
