... "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"? ...
... For example, New York City offers HIV care to all people diagnosed with HIV, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.These programs can be harder to find, but your healthcare provider may know what’s available. You can also ask at your community health center or contact your city, county, or state department of health. ...
Government Assistance Programs for HIV: What To Know
... For example, New York City offers HIV care to all people diagnosed with HIV, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.These programs can be harder to find, but your healthcare provider may know what’s available. You can also ask at your community health center or contact your city, county, or state department of health. ...
... Talk to your doctor about how frequently you need to be seen, which may vary depending on a number of factors.If you have an undetectable viral load for at least six consecutive months while taking ART consistently, you won’t transmit the virus during sex. ...
Can You Get HIV From Sharing a Drink? Myths vs. Facts
... Talk to your doctor about how frequently you need to be seen, which may vary depending on a number of factors.If you have an undetectable viral load for at least six consecutive months while taking ART consistently, you won’t transmit the virus during sex. ...
... However, some of this evidence is based on animal studies that may not translate to the same effects in humans, let alone those with HIV specifically. Until controlled clinical trials can show the benefits and safety of IF for people with HIV, it’s not clear if you can expect the same results. ...
Fasting and HIV: Can It Help?
... However, some of this evidence is based on animal studies that may not translate to the same effects in humans, let alone those with HIV specifically. Until controlled clinical trials can show the benefits and safety of IF for people with HIV, it’s not clear if you can expect the same results. ...
... 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? ...
... References The Relationship Between Caffeine Intake and Immunological and Virological Markers of HIV Disease Progression in Miami Adult Studies on HIV Cohort — Viral Immunology Protective Effect of Coffee Consumption on All-Cause Mortality of French HIV-HCV Co-Infected Patients — Journal of Hepatology Coffee Intake and Neurocognitive Performance in ...
Caffeine and HIV: Should You Drink Coffee and Energy Drinks?
... References The Relationship Between Caffeine Intake and Immunological and Virological Markers of HIV Disease Progression in Miami Adult Studies on HIV Cohort — Viral Immunology Protective Effect of Coffee Consumption on All-Cause Mortality of French HIV-HCV Co-Infected Patients — Journal of Hepatology Coffee Intake and Neurocognitive Performance in ...
... The researchers noted that two factors increased the risk of melanonychia — having darker skin and using the antiretroviral treatment (ART) zidovudine, which can be used alone (Retrovir) or combined with lamivudine. ...
4 Ways HIV May Affect Your Nails
... The researchers noted that two factors increased the risk of melanonychia — having darker skin and using the antiretroviral treatment (ART) zidovudine, which can be used alone (Retrovir) or combined with lamivudine. ...
... Low risk — Zidovudine treatment for two weeks Medium risk — Zidovudine treatment for four to six weeks High risk — HIV therapy with three-drug treatment from birth for two to six weeks; if less than six weeks, continued use of zidovudine alone to complete six weeks of therapy Breastfeeding In the past, health experts did not recommend that an HIV-positive ...
HIV and Pregnancy: Preventing Transmission
... Low risk — Zidovudine treatment for two weeks Medium risk — Zidovudine treatment for four to six weeks High risk — HIV therapy with three-drug treatment from birth for two to six weeks; if less than six weeks, continued use of zidovudine alone to complete six weeks of therapy Breastfeeding In the past, health experts did not recommend that an HIV-positive ...