HIV Disproportionately Affects Transgender PeopleDoctors know that certain groups of people have higher rates of HIV. In the United States, for example, people of transgender experience...reactions1comment
How I Handle One of My Biggest HIV FearsNothing makes me wince more than brain studies related to HIV. It seems like the news about HIV's impact on our skull...reactions10comments
HIV and Seeking Treatment for My Mental HealthOver the years since my diagnosis, I have learned to closely guard my mental health. Learning to discuss my mental health with...reactions3comments
Adherence for YourselfI have been living with HIV for over 9 years and even though I have said this many times, I want to...reactions4comments
Preparation is Key: Long-Term Travel as a HIV Positive IndividualFor many, studying abroad is nothing short of a dream come true. However, for those of us living with HIV, this dream...reactions3comments
The Disclosure Back-To-School SpecialI respect the heaviness inherent in this topic. The consequences of disclosure can vary wildly from one person to another. A lot...reactions3comments
What I Do When I Can't AnymoreIronically, I did not consider pursuing a career until I became HIV-positive. I had been very happy working front-line service-level jobs in...reactions5comments
Navigating Dating: Positive or Negative HIV StatusThroughout my life, I have met many different people who are living with HIV. What I have heard from them is that...reactions2comments
Let's Talk About Aging With HIVI have been living with HIV for 25 years and I never thought I would live this long with HIV. We all...reactions1comment
HIV and GI Issues: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)A good balance of gut bacteria is important for overall health. Having too much bacteria in the wrong place can lead to...reactions2comments
How I Handled the Failures on My Path to HIV Treatment SuccessAs treatment options for HIV have changed, so have my personal views evolved. When I was first diagnosed, I resisted taking AZT...reactions1comment
The Importance of Routine in Maintaining U=UIf you are newly diagnosed with HIV, one thing that I am sure you have heard about is medication adherence. Medication adherence...reactions2comments
My Cardiovascular Care and HIVThere are times since my HIV diagnosis that I have caught myself settling in different categories of my life. Unfortunately, some of...reactions1comment
Afraid of What?!When we think about HIV, why are people so afraid of these 3 letters? When we think about HIV why does it...reactions4comments
How Shingles Reminded Me HIV Health Is My Top PriorityYears ago, after a long Mardi Gras weekend, my partner woke up with a rash on his side. Within a few hours...reactions8comments
Life Essentials From a Long-Term SurvivorI've been living with HIV for nearly 4 decades. I've been on effective treatment for over half of that time. I am...reactions7comments
Trauma, Love, Relationships, and HIVContent Note: This article describes abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. I...reactions3comments
Processing an HIV DiagnosisWith my 9-year anniversary of my HIV diagnosis slowly approaching, I started to think about those that are going through a new...reactionscomments
Living With AnemiaI have lived with anemia for most of my life. It has been a part of my life since I started having...reactions2comments
HIV and Sex PositivitySex positivity is when a person feels comfortable with their desire for sex and how they wish to experience sex. Sex positivity...reactionscomments
