Recently Diagnosed PositiveAs of May 19, 2021, I was informed that I was HIV positive. To say that I was shocked was an understatement, having never had ANY STD ever in my... By Atrum6 days agoBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Suffering In SilenceI will never forget that day when I heard that news on March 8, 2018. It seems my life from the past became a blur since that day. I have... By LonelyLoner6 days agoBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Everyone I LoveI'm 62 years old had the HIV virus. Before doctor's and scientists knew what was going on I played drums in a jazz band when I was 15 years old... By Boilerman 56September 8, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Healthy StoryI was diagnosed with HIV in 2007 but contracted the virus in 2003 from a former partner. Before we began seeing one another, I had most recently tested negative for... By deleted-4243740September 8, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Struggle is RealI struggle with suicidal ideation severely so when I was diagnosed I struggled hard with even wanting to treat it. I thought, ok, here's the answer, just let nature take... By RGM1980July 30, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
36 Years POS and CountingBeing positive for 36 years has been a bittersweet love affair with HIV. I'm very fortunate to still being alive and living with and not dying from it. Like so... By donnieb57June 30, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
40 Year SurvivorI am one of the very few long-term survivors of Lexington, Kentucky. I am the only 40-year survivor in my county. I have been married to my HIV- man for... By RussellJune 23, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Strong Will13yr survivor. Wow. And I am still here. First got the news, I cried. 2wk hospital stay, had every test done you can think of. I had one of the... By brianwisemanJune 11, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
PnP Danger ZoneI wonder how many gay men contracted HIV during times of being high with meth. I was sitting in my apartment alone in San Jose, new to the area. I... By palmapt7June 11, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
I Never Knew What Was ComingI was diagnosed on June 29th 2018. Must say I was very confident about having a nonreactive test, but it wasn't like that. My partner and I had been having... By luisiveJune 2, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Who was your first support?My Grandmother and Mommie was my first support system, and then my oldest brother, and later down the line my sister friend Rae Lewis Thornton was there to support me... By taq1May 7, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Our Greatest Ally as a CommunityGood afternoon friends, I hope everyone is doing well in light of these pandemic times. We’re all doing our best. I have enjoyed reading and sharing, as a peer, friend... By Andrew MinaApril 12, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Unknown Risks Lead to EmpowermentLike many HIV-positive women I have met over the years since D day, I too was only diagnosed because I was pregnant. Since my early 20's my mother informed me... By BrooklynMarch 11, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
This Story Won't Win Me Any Popularity Contests, But It's Important That I Share ItThe time has come for me to bear my burden with purpose and to use my experience to educate those who stand where I stood. This is a start. I've... By Nathan MaisonetFebruary 25, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
That Day In August"I am going to die, I won't be able to have any more kids. .. what about my son!?" I was sobbing over my doctor's desk, hyperventilating in what felt... By ZeFebruary 11, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
The Transforming Power of Self-loveJuly 4th, 1993. I was diagnosed with HIV. My mother and I both. It was my 2nd birthday. My mother had been ill for some years but due to the... By Lexi GibsonFebruary 9, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Are There Really Straight Men Living With HIV?Are there really Straight Men Living with HIV? Where are they, why are they in Hiding? These Are the Questions asked on a Continuous Basis. As we prepare for National... By kalvinmarshallFebruary 3, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Anxiety and DepressionI've been having a consistent anxiety attack for the past few days of the new year... I think a lot, my blood pressure is on the increase. As someone that... By oneintwoFebruary 2, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Stress VitaminsI just wanted to share that my Dr put me on stress vitamins and it helps with my immune system, and I immediately can tell the difference. Interested in sharing... By taq1January 8, 2021Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
I Feared My HIV Taking My Pretty Privilege.Being HIV positive, we face plenty of fears; one of mines was losing my pretty privilege. Our society applauds those who are attractive and awards them in every aspect of... By Zora VoyceDecember 18, 2020Bookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
