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For those of us, whom are considered vulnerable, other than HIV, eg diabetes, heart, lung disease,Cancer.. has Covid-19 changed you?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Do you have to apply "The New Normal" into everything you do, for example , taking the train, going shopping, going to a restaurant etc.. or have you isolated yourself altogether?

June 18, 2020 (edited)
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Members living with conditions like HIV, diabetes, and heart disease opened up about how COVID-19 reshaped their daily lives, with many... Read more

Members living with conditions like HIV, diabetes, and heart disease opened up about how COVID-19 reshaped their daily lives, with many describing a mix of careful outings and stretches of deep isolation. Several members shared practical steps they took to stay safe, including wearing masks, using hand sanitizer, taking the stairs, and joining support groups over Zoom or video calls. A recurring theme was the emotional weight of loneliness, especially for those without partners, pets, or nearby friends, alongside a strong sense of community encouragement to lean on each other and keep going.

A myHIVteam Member

I was at Massachusetts General Hospital with Covid 19 being on a ventilator was not fun at all

June 18, 2020
A myHIVteam Member

It's slowed down going to town. Work on the farm continues. My girl's and the cow's and me. Love it

June 18, 2020
A myHIVteam Member

My immune system been screwed up all my life HIV changed my world 26 years ago the medication is destroying my nerves bones and muscles not much more i can do the only thing covid 19 managed to do was stop treatments doctors appointments not getting my shots i needed. Back to my appointmemts now it mite be to late i'm tired and i've lived a good life my battle will go on for now

June 18, 2020
A myHIVteam Member

Yes I dislike masks.
Also I no longer watch the news. So much hate. I have seriously considered deleting all social accounts such as FB.
We live in a world self destructing and I want to see my Momma again...
What's it like to live in a World without Love? Real Love?😔😟

June 19, 2020
A myHIVteam Member

I wear my mask and use hand sanitizer and social distance when I go to the store or where I am going when going out. so yes life has changed.

June 30, 2020

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