... "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"? ...
... Positive thoughts for all of my peeps struggling right now." "I'm recently diagnosed. When I'm ready to date again, how do I tell my partner I'm with that I'm HIV positive? I feel so lost and hopeless." If you have a pressing question, you can go straight to the Q+A section. ...
You’ve Just Been Diagnosed With HIV. Now What?
... Positive thoughts for all of my peeps struggling right now." "I'm recently diagnosed. When I'm ready to date again, how do I tell my partner I'm with that I'm HIV positive? I feel so lost and hopeless." If you have a pressing question, you can go straight to the Q+A section. ...
... It gave me strength to fight and demand representation... to this very day.It all took a toll on me back in 1994, when I felt alone and against a wall. With no support and AIDS cases rising, I dove into a depression and became self-destructive. Being diagnosed with an HIV strain that was destroying my organs, I rose up and regained my spirit. ...
How an AIDS-related Form of Cancer Changed My World Forever
... It gave me strength to fight and demand representation... to this very day.It all took a toll on me back in 1994, when I felt alone and against a wall. With no support and AIDS cases rising, I dove into a depression and became self-destructive. Being diagnosed with an HIV strain that was destroying my organs, I rose up and regained my spirit. ...
... That is a life we all deserve.My words of wisdom to you: Go live your life! Be positive! Be loving and free to be the best you that you can be! This article was written by Michael A. Hellman, a myHIVteam member, as part of the Member Spotlight Series.Do you want to be a part of the myHIVteam Member Spotlight Series? ...
HIV Member Spotlight: On the Bright Side
... That is a life we all deserve.My words of wisdom to you: Go live your life! Be positive! Be loving and free to be the best you that you can be! This article was written by Michael A. Hellman, a myHIVteam member, as part of the Member Spotlight Series.Do you want to be a part of the myHIVteam Member Spotlight Series? ...
... A lower number have found it easy to find a caring doctor (40 percent), and only 35 percent feel treatment is affordable.Nearly All Reported Being Able To Stay on HIV Treatment Most survey respondents reported being able to stay on their medications (95 percent) and having open discussions with their doctor (75 percent). ...
Living With HIV
... A lower number have found it easy to find a caring doctor (40 percent), and only 35 percent feel treatment is affordable.Nearly All Reported Being Able To Stay on HIV Treatment Most survey respondents reported being able to stay on their medications (95 percent) and having open discussions with their doctor (75 percent). ...
... 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. ...
... A negative HIV-1 or HIV-2 NAAT result alone, however, is not adequate to rule out infection, as some people can have negative test results with this assay but still have active infection.HIV-1 and HIV-2 TreatmentsDoctors recommend that almost everyone with HIV infection take antiretroviral therapy (ART). ...
HIV-1 vs. HIV-2: What Are The Differences and Can You Have Both?
... A negative HIV-1 or HIV-2 NAAT result alone, however, is not adequate to rule out infection, as some people can have negative test results with this assay but still have active infection.HIV-1 and HIV-2 TreatmentsDoctors recommend that almost everyone with HIV infection take antiretroviral therapy (ART). ...
... Most people starting HIV treatment today receive a tenofovir-based combination because these are the preferred first choices.Abacavir and lamivudine are used only as an alternative for people who meet all the following criteria: Can’t take tenofovir Have no heart disease risk Test negative for the HLA-B*5701 gene Have a lower amount of virus in the ...
Abacavir and Lamivudine: Why They’re Used Together
... Most people starting HIV treatment today receive a tenofovir-based combination because these are the preferred first choices.Abacavir and lamivudine are used only as an alternative for people who meet all the following criteria: Can’t take tenofovir Have no heart disease risk Test negative for the HLA-B*5701 gene Have a lower amount of virus in the ...
... Control might look like self-care: a walk around the block, getting up early for 15 minutes of alone time, spending time each week encouraging others who have HIV or starting a gratitude journal. Don't let anyone (including yourself!) make you feel guilty for taking care of yourself. ...
Patience: Accepting That Control Requires Self-Care
... Control might look like self-care: a walk around the block, getting up early for 15 minutes of alone time, spending time each week encouraging others who have HIV or starting a gratitude journal. Don't let anyone (including yourself!) make you feel guilty for taking care of yourself. ...
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