One of the most aggravating things to hear is, "But you only have to take one pill each day. I don't see what the big deal is."
Submitted on : Dec 10, 2020
Every morning I take a pill and that has been my life for almost three years. Still, somehow I almost forget. I live day to day trying to better myself, and create different streams of income. All...
Submitted on : Nov 10, 2020
I have not known a life without HIV. In the era of U=U and PrEP, I feel myself navigating the stigma of HIV at an increased volume. The more people living with HIV attempt to escape the stigmas...
Submitted on : Sep 14, 2020
It is crucial for Latinx people to feel comfortable speaking their language, which in many ways causes a barrier to communicate with their physicians, case managers, etc. I have worked with many who...
Submitted on : Jul 8, 2020
I forget to cry sometimes. I forget how. Is it really forgetting if I shove it from my mind?
Submitted on : May 4, 2020
Tomorrow, April 18, marks my 32-year battle with #HIV! I never thought I would make it this far! Thank you to all that have helped me and taught me in this journey to be a better human being. I want...
Submitted on : Apr 17, 2020
In about a week or so, it'll be five years that I've been positive and I'm sort of having mixed emotions.
Submitted on : Mar 13, 2020
It's been a long time since I've felt down on myself about my status. It took me almost two years to finally tell someone and when I did, I felt like a huge weight had been lifted off me. I've used...
Submitted on : Mar 10, 2020
Well, as many know, I'm a woman diagnosed with HIV. After our initial diagnosis, at least two times per year, the doctor (infectious disease specialist) sends us to have two tests done – which are...
Submitted on : Feb 21, 2020
Never be ashamed because you are #HIVpositive. There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of.
Submitted on : Feb 19, 2020