... "The moment I received my official diagnosis, I dropped all my assumptions about HIV. It was so freeing." -Member of myHIVteamLiving with a chronic condition can be difficult and even a burden, but also an opportunity to rid yourself of what you think you know. Have you heard the saying, "People don't get it until they get it"? ...
Beginner's Mind - Not Knowing It All When Living with HIV
... "The moment I received my official diagnosis, I dropped all my assumptions about HIV. It was so freeing." -Member of myHIVteamLiving with a chronic condition can be difficult and even a burden, but also an opportunity to rid yourself of what you think you know. Have you heard the saying, "People don't get it until they get it"? ...
What does HIV mean to me? I don't know where to start. This is my first time in 32 years to share...
... Sometimes it means arguing with our intrusive thoughts. Sometimes it looks like meditating to clear the mind. How do you stop fear from taking over? Join the conversation below. ...
... Saturated and Trans FatsOf all the dietary fat people consume, saturated fats and trans fats are the most highly correlated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, because both increase LDL (bad) cholesterol. Trans fats also reduce HDL (good) cholesterol. ...
Healthy Diet and Nutrition in HIV
... Saturated and Trans FatsOf all the dietary fat people consume, saturated fats and trans fats are the most highly correlated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, because both increase LDL (bad) cholesterol. Trans fats also reduce HDL (good) cholesterol. ...
... Having an undetectable viral load means that your HIV cannot be transmitted by sex to your partner. This is just another reason to make sure to take your HIV medications every day and see your doctor regularly.5. Seek Outside ResourcesDating while living with HIV can be a complicated, personal journey. ...
Dating and HIV: 5 Tips and When To Disclose HIV Status
... Having an undetectable viral load means that your HIV cannot be transmitted by sex to your partner. This is just another reason to make sure to take your HIV medications every day and see your doctor regularly.5. Seek Outside ResourcesDating while living with HIV can be a complicated, personal journey. ...
... Choose not to have sex — for certain periods of time or at all. Talk to Your Doctor About RisksPeople with HIV and their partners have the right to a healthy and enjoyable sex life, free of anxiety and stigma. ...
... Keep all your appointments with your HIV care team. Get all labs drawn on time. Report any side effects or symptoms to your doctor so they may be addressed promptly. ...
... Make sure you have a strong support system in place, whether that aspect of self-care means talking about your concerns with trusted loved ones, others who know what you’re going through, or a mental health specialist.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV and their loved ones, more than 41,000 members come ...
5 Reasons Straight People Should Talk About PrEP
... Make sure you have a strong support system in place, whether that aspect of self-care means talking about your concerns with trusted loved ones, others who know what you’re going through, or a mental health specialist.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV and their loved ones, more than 41,000 members come ...
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