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Hi ladies, it's been a long while since I've checked in or written on my blog. Life's been busy, a lot of things have changed for me. Things I thought I would never see. I was 18 when I was diagnosed...

Submitted on : May 4, 2021

Understanding Lab Tests II: Viral Load, Resistance, and Tropism

Get basic information about tests for resistance, tropism, and viral load – what they are, when you need them, and how they are used.

Submitted on : Apr 16, 2021

Pregnancy, Birth, and HIV

I've spoken briefly about finding out I was living with HIV when I got pregnant with my daughter, but I haven't really spoken on the entire experience. Although I have come to terms with my status...

Submitted on : Apr 16, 2021

To the Newly Diagnosed

Take your time. Your life just changed in a very drastic way and all of the feelings you are feeling right now are completely valid- anger, sadness, fear- allow yourself to feel them all. Surround...

Submitted on : Apr 15, 2021

I Continue Surviving and Fighting

I want to thank everyone that has wished me a happy bday! Every year is a miracle to me!

Submitted on : Apr 11, 2021

Spotlight on Marissa Gonzalez: Women Making a Difference

The Well Project interviews Marissa Gonzalez, Community Advisory Board member and A Girl Like Me blogger, for our "Spotlight: Women Making a Difference" series.

Submitted on : Mar 29, 2021

Beyond HIV!!

This has just been running through my mind for a while now. When I tested positive for the HIV virus, I immediately felt that it was the worst that could happen to me! So, I started preparing my...

Submitted on : Mar 26, 2021

Intro - María Natalia Sáenz Agudelo

I'm María Natalia Sáenz Agudelo. Seropositive woman, a " veiacheicera ", to use a pretty word that a close friend of mine invented. Woman! Wonderfully woman!

Submitted on : Mar 11, 2021

Spotlight on Destiny Smith: Women Making a Difference

The Well Project interviews Destiny Smith, Community Advisory Board member and A Girl Like Me blogger, for our "Spotlight: Women Making a Difference" series.

Submitted on : Feb 19, 2021

Did You Just Test HIV-Positive?

Did you just test positive for HIV? Look here for help on next steps, normal feelings, and finding support.

Submitted on : Feb 3, 2021