Managing Other Chronic Health Conditions with HIV/AIDSIn our 2019 HIV In America Survey, 76 percent of respondents reported that they were managing other chronic health conditions in addition to HIV/AIDS. Here are the top 5 health... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Being in a Serostatus RelationshipIt can be so uncomfortable at times. I know that I am holding something in me that wants to kill me, to kill my spouse. I also know that my... By Nicholas Maio2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
GI Issues with HIV: IBS and GERDResults from the 2019 HIV In America Survey showed that community members have experienced gastrointestinal (GI) issues. More so, 7 percent of people reported that they are managing IBS (irritable... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Stigma? Accentuate the [Sex] Positive AttitudeI really don’t remember anything in health class in high school except those nasty pictures of STIs. Woof, I think some of the takeaways were: one, "Be very afraid of... By JT Otis, M.Mus.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Open with HIV and RelationshipsThis article pertains to advocates and individuals who are open with their HIV status. Although we are living in our truth - as people call it - about who we... By Davina Conner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Ask Your HIV Social Worker the Following QuestionsWhen you think about quality HIV care and treatment, there are several professionals that play a major role in the quality and efficacy of your overall health and HIV specialty... By Quincy Greene2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
PrEP for AccessI recently read an article on National Public Radio’s website that makes a great point: women should be taking Truvada for PrEP too if they are at risk for exposure... By JT Otis, M.Mus.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Dose of LaughterLiving with a chronic health condition can take a toll on your mental health. Life often seems full of the things you cannot do anymore, the ways the disease compromises... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Tools For LovingOkay, it seems like you’ve met the right person. They are lovely, kind, generous, gorgeous, and funny. You can't help but to tell your friends about them. There is something... By JT Otis, M.Mus.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Case Management: A SaviorBeing diagnosed with HIV can come as quite a surprise. Unfortunately, another surprise can come when trying to manage your medical care after the diagnosis. The treatment costs surrounding those... By Heather Renee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Ritual and PrEPDoing anything takes practice and patience with yourself as you begin new medications. Experiences with PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis), or ART (antiretroviral treatment) require taking the drugs on... By JT Otis, M.Mus.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Negative MarriageI was undiagnosed for many years. Doctors think I possibly had HIV for 7 years by the time I found out due to a hospital trip. At the point that... By Heather Renee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Ask the Advocate: Coping with an HIV DiagnosisFor people who are newly diagnosed to people who are decades into their journey, coping with an HIV diagnosis is a process that looks different for everyone. So, we asked... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Resetting and Letting GoLife for me has been about intensely pursuing routine lately. Occupying my mind with things to do. Being intentional about my time and my thoughts. Staying busy has become a... By JT Otis, M.Mus.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What Are We Here For?I go to sleep thinking about what I can do to change things in this world. I wake up thinking of how I can help others. I have these thoughts... By Davina Conner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Coming Back from the BrinkOver the years, I have noticed there is a strong misconception that AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) and HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) are separate conditions. In all reality, AIDS is the... By Heather Renee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Your CareStaying in care while living with HIV is most important. That means never missing a doctor’s appointment, getting labs done as requested from your provider, and never missing a dose... By Davina Conner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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, what are some issues that are impacting long-term... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Ask Your HIV Specialists the Following QuestionsAsk your HIV specialists the following key questions in order to engage in meaningful discussions related to your HIV well care! When you think about quality HIV care and treatment... By Quincy Greene2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
PrEP Simple But Not EasyTaking PrEP every day isn’t complicated. If you are taking it i pill form, it’s just one pill a day and you have pretty excellent protection against HIV if you... By JT Otis, M.Mus.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments