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Ok I am thinking why do people still go down with HIV while there is all the safe stuff for sex out there now . I do know that gay guys

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Oakland, CA

Hey I have not finish it want to finish it ok .Gay guys are back to bare backing and straight couples are back to not using a condom too .

December 16, 2023
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Members reflected on why people still contract HIV despite available prevention tools, sharing personal stories and practical insights about... Read more

Members reflected on why people still contract HIV despite available prevention tools, sharing personal stories and practical insights about the limits of those tools. Several members pointed out that PrEP reduces but does not eliminate risk, condoms are not foolproof, and many people unknowingly spread the virus because they have never been tested. A recurring theme was releasing shame and guilt around diagnosis, with many members offering warm encouragement and noting that one member shared they are now thriving in their health and HIV management.

A myHIVteam Member

I had heard of AIDS before I ended up positive. It doesn’t mean I did it on purpose or anything like that. No need for guilt or shame. We’re all human and all make mistakes.

December 17, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

In this life we're going to Always have stupid people!!

December 20, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

It's a combination of three factors.

1) Some people think that if they take PrEP, they're fine, but this is not the case as PrEP only reduces the risk and is not a guarantee.

2) Many people who spread HIV are actually blissfully unaware that they even have it because they have not been tested.

3) There is a sub-culture (at least in the gay community) that actually gets sexual gratification out of the spread of HIV. On the other side of that, there are some who find it arousing to sleep with someone with HIV. We call these people bug chasers.

December 17, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

David.LFisherJr2 I hope things are going well in Oakland. I went to Oakland on the Bart and have very fond memories of my time in the San Francisco area. I think the UK Government is merely keen to save money, and they provide Prep to Gay men free of charge, as its cheaper than treating them for HIV infection.. The Government pays for all health treatment for all UK Nationals, so its merely a money saving excercise, rather than a love of Gay men🤐

December 22, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

U=U and I don't use condoms because it's a mortal sin to use them. People are starting prep but it's still not accessible to everyone.

December 20, 2023

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