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I expressed to you all that I have been wanting to start a social support group for HIV-positive men at my place of employment. I used to facilitate one a...

The combination of an undetectable HIV viral load and avoiding serious injury to my body over the years led me to a false sense of invulnerability. That illusion was shattered...

I speak, sleep, and wake up with advocacy on my mind. Is that a terrible thing? Some think it is, but I don’t feel that it is. What I do...

Diversity in healthcare is an important part of patient care. Many patients feel more comfortable when they feel they can relate to their providers on a cultural level. Jahlove says:...

Long-lasting, or chronic, pain is common in those living and aging with HIV. People can live longer with HIV if they take antiretroviral therapy (ART). But many people experience chronic...

Many people living with HIV use their voices to advocate for themselves and others with the condition. For many, there is a great intersection between their aspirations and their purpose...

Valentine’s Day shouldn't feel like April Fool’s Day to people living with HIV, but stigma and concerns about disclosing one's status make the entire prospect of dating feel more like...

What works best for you may be different than what works best for another person managing their HIV treatment. Jerilyn, a long-term survivor, talks about her experience trying to advocate...

It started with a bruise on my thigh. I thought I had bumped into something, except it didn’t go away. I could run my finger over and feel the texture...

The recognition for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day started on February 7th, 1999. We acknowledge this day to bring awareness and education to a disease that has impacted so many...

As the day drags on, I am cuddled up with my dogs, one of my favorite blankets, and my laptop. I really need to be productive today, but I am...

Content Note: This article describes abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our Mental Health Resources page. The Merriam-Webster definition of the word conversation is; an...

I had a conversation with a colleague the other day that really resonated with me, and I would like to share it with all of you. This conversation made me...

Every new year, I always start to think about behaviors that I would like to change or improve on. Like most people do, I try to make new year's resolutions...

Advocacy is not a decision you make on a whim, and it is not for the meek, it takes demanding work and dedication. There are people who are not living...

Khafre, a long-term survivor and HIV advocate, shares his experience when he was first diagnosed with HIV. While the interaction itself was unpleasant, he was able to figure out what...

When it comes to the war against HIV and AIDS biomedical intervention is so important to lower the new rates of HIV diagnoses. There are talks of long-lasting Prep injectables...

The In America survey is now closed An HIV diagnosis can come as shock. Many people quickly jump online to research the ins and outs but have trouble finding helpful...

A, B, C, D…? Even multiple choices can be hard. Our mental health is extremely important when living with HIV. The individuals we invite into our lives to help with...

Hello there! My name is Shawn Decker and I’d like to share a little bit of info on how HIV has shaped my life. I was diagnosed with HIV at...