... "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"? ...
... Understand that the vaccine is not live — All authorized COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S. are not live and cannot cause COVID-19. This makes them safe for people with weakened immune systems, including those on HIV treatment. ...
... During a video chat, you can: Watch family open gifts Have them show you the decorations around the house Read a holiday story or poem to the children Sing favorite holiday songs together Adjust Your ExpectationsEven without a chronic illness like HIV, holidays often come with high expectations that lead to disappointment and stress. ...
Enjoying the Holidays While Living With HIV
... During a video chat, you can: Watch family open gifts Have them show you the decorations around the house Read a holiday story or poem to the children Sing favorite holiday songs together Adjust Your ExpectationsEven without a chronic illness like HIV, holidays often come with high expectations that lead to disappointment and stress. ...
... Many myHIVteam members agree — 41 percent of those surveyed reported regular exercise as one of their self-care strategies.Generally, people with HIV don’t require any special types of exercise. ...
7 Tips for Better Self-Care With HIV
... Many myHIVteam members agree — 41 percent of those surveyed reported regular exercise as one of their self-care strategies.Generally, people with HIV don’t require any special types of exercise. ...
... Watch the video to hear Humberto’s perspective on acceptance and breaking away from HIV stigma. Transcription 00:00:00:16 - 00:00:35:33HumbertoYa que hay mucha desinformación sobre el tema. Si no hacemos algo al respecto seguirá esta epidemia. Cuando yo tenía 19 años es cuando recibí el diagnostico de VIH. El estigma de VIH lo fomenta el silencio. ...
Overcoming HIV Stigma: How I Found Self-Acceptance and Became an Advocate
... Watch the video to hear Humberto’s perspective on acceptance and breaking away from HIV stigma. Transcription 00:00:00:16 - 00:00:35:33HumbertoYa que hay mucha desinformación sobre el tema. Si no hacemos algo al respecto seguirá esta epidemia. Cuando yo tenía 19 años es cuando recibí el diagnostico de VIH. El estigma de VIH lo fomenta el silencio. ...
... Then, the state agency will determine whether you have an eligible disability and make the final decision.Generally, it takes three to six months for the agency to provide an initial decision, which will come in the mail and online.If you do not agree with the decision made by the state agency, you have the right to request an appeal within 60 days. ...
Is HIV Considered a Disability? 4 Things To Know for Qualification
... Then, the state agency will determine whether you have an eligible disability and make the final decision.Generally, it takes three to six months for the agency to provide an initial decision, which will come in the mail and online.If you do not agree with the decision made by the state agency, you have the right to request an appeal within 60 days. ...
... However, many doctors allow someone else to be present on the phone or a video chat during an appointment. Before your appointment, you may want to tell your loved one about any concerns you plan on discussing with your doctor. They can help ensure you bring up everything you want to talk about. ...
How To Talk to Your Doctor About Weight Gain and HIV
... However, many doctors allow someone else to be present on the phone or a video chat during an appointment. Before your appointment, you may want to tell your loved one about any concerns you plan on discussing with your doctor. They can help ensure you bring up everything you want to talk about. ...
... Your loved one may expend all their energy just getting through their daily necessary tasks. Any errands or chores that crop up on top of those can sometimes feel like too much. Although you shouldn’t take on more than you can handle, it can be helpful to offer to pick up a larger proportion of household chores or to run errands for them. ...
5 Ways To Support an HIV-Positive Person You Live With
... Your loved one may expend all their energy just getting through their daily necessary tasks. Any errands or chores that crop up on top of those can sometimes feel like too much. Although you shouldn’t take on more than you can handle, it can be helpful to offer to pick up a larger proportion of household chores or to run errands for them. ...
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