Me and U=UEarly on in my diagnosis, I did what I ask so many of the patients I work with not to do. I...reactions8comments
Finding the Confidence to Date AgainOver six and a half years ago, my partner of over two and a half years gave me HIV. I would be...reactions22comments
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
Improving Premature Aging In People With HIV/AIDSWhile the aging process affects everyone, each person ages at a different rate. However, research shows that the aging process happens much...reactions1comment
Living Well & Thriving with HIV - Quotes from Our CommunityIt is no doubt that the negative portrayal of living with HIV/AIDS has had a lasting impact on the community. The continued...reactions6comments
Minutes with Jah: HIV Meds AdherenceIn this video, I will be talking about my HIV med journey. I will also give different ways to stay adherent to...reactions2comments
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
The Best Turkey BurgerI have serious fitness goals, but that doesn’t mean I want to eat bland food. These healthier burgers will not only give...reactions3comments
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
Beyond Exhaustion: How Life Changes with FatigueFatigue: It’s not “just being tired”, and it’s an experience that individuals living with a chronic health condition know all too well...reactions3comments
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
Minutes with Jah: VOTE PSAIn this video, I will be talking about voting. In this next election, it is very important to vote and make your...reactions2comments
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
