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How Do You Feel Now That It Is Proven That Undetectable Means Untransmittable

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Las Vegas, NV

In a historic letter, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention support the science behind "Undetectable Equals Untransmittable."

November 26, 2017
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A myHIVteam Member

It gives me a sense of calmness and security. Knowing that I can’t cause the same devastation that someone caused me. It gives me a better sense of self awareness and piece of mind

November 27, 2017
A myHIVteam Member

I feel that, It's a big sigh of relief!! It means that, we as HIV positive people still have our dating options and can engage in normal sexual activities without the fear of transmitting the disease however, disclosure is still important. It also sheds light on how far we've came with HIV treatmeant and it's so amazing, no telling what the future has instore for us! Also, adherence to medication stops the risk of AIDS development which I think is the most important but the key word is "adherence" so it's a MUST that we take care of ourself.

November 26, 2017
A myHIVteam Member

it's about time the united states got on board with u=u. it's been u=u in Europe for like 2 years now (if not more). the united states used to be a world leader in many things, but now it seems we are a follower in everything.

November 26, 2017
A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member you still have HIV even though you're undetectable. Read up here: http://i-base.info/qa/4141

December 19, 2017
A myHIVteam Member

Its common sense to me being a science nerd. It means we need better classifications that are clear to all, why the laws are changing. I am not positive, if I was that would mean I could pass it, Im undetectable - Untransferable, I was positive for the first three months had it. Now its like whatever cant give it to anyone so not really an issue to me anymore. I keep myself undetectable and now how to stay that way forever. So yeah.

December 19, 2017

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