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 rarely used in the United States today.1,2 Lipodystrophy... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Christmas and DepressionAs the cold front moved in, I began to feel the desire to decorate the Christmas tree. This is highly unusual for me. Last year I only decorated the Christmas... By Heather Renee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Forever ThankfulThis time of year, I am always so thankful for what I have in life. There are so many times in my life that I have taken things for granted... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
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 give you an update on where I am... By Jahlove Serrano1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
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 the festive decorations, delicious food, and holiday music... By Robert Brunet3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 illnesses that threaten their immune system. Patient leaders... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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. While at the conference, I sat on a... By Jahlove Serrano1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 because it raises awareness and sparks conversations across... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 coordinator, educator, and public relations person. If you... By Daniel G Garza3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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. It also aims to expand opportunities for health... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 with HIV. World AIDS Day is used to... By Jahlove Serrano1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 be a time of many social, family, financial... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 a shadow that is hard to pierce. One... By Robert Brunet3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
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 a terrible thing, but it now feels very... By Davina Conner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
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 loved and cared about him regardless of his... By H-I-V.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 I had too many medical appointments and that... By Heather Renee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
HIV and the Impact of Animal CompanionsMy diagnosis hit me like a ton of bricks. I was not very educated on HIV, which caused that initial panic. I woke up in a hospital room without knowing... By Heather Renee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Struggling to SleepInsomnia is more common than people think. For those that can rest peacefully, insomnia seems taboo. When I begin to connect the dots on my sleepiness, I arrive at the... By Ze3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Why I Went PublicMy partner asked me a question the other day, and it made my mind start to re-process why I came out publicly about my status. We were making dinner together... By Steven Campa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Monkeypox and HIV: Frequently Asked QuestionsIn 2022, the human monkeypox virus spread to countries that normally do not have the disease. Monkeypox is a worldwide public health concern for everyone. It is a virus that... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments