... "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"? ...
... 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? ...
... 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. ...
... The Bottom Line: Talk to Your Care Team While HIV is manageable with ART, the symptoms — especially unexpected ones — are very real. They can affect your body, mind, and relationships. It’s essential to speak openly with your healthcare provider and push for care that meets your needs. ...
8 Surprising Symptoms According to People With HIV
... The Bottom Line: Talk to Your Care Team While HIV is manageable with ART, the symptoms — especially unexpected ones — are very real. They can affect your body, mind, and relationships. It’s essential to speak openly with your healthcare provider and push for care that meets your needs. ...
... Food and Drug Administration, news release, March 5, 2019; National Public RadioCopyright © 2019 All rights reserved. ...
... I love those that I don’t even like, and that’s very hard to do, but it’s how I learn to love myself in the midst of it all.”Another member shared their journey to self-acceptance over time: “Back then, I had created a separate person and even adopted a different name, Dave, instead of David. ...
Has Having HIV Split the Public You From the Private You?
... I love those that I don’t even like, and that’s very hard to do, but it’s how I learn to love myself in the midst of it all.”Another member shared their journey to self-acceptance over time: “Back then, I had created a separate person and even adopted a different name, Dave, instead of David. ...
... I was honest about my status to all, including the one who was negative, and it appeared he was understanding and accepted my status,” one member shared.Unfortunately, others may show fear, ignorance, or discrimination. Surround yourself with supportive and respectful people to help you navigate the process of disclosing your HIV status.4. ...
Dating and HIV: 5 Tips and When To Disclose HIV Status
... I was honest about my status to all, including the one who was negative, and it appeared he was understanding and accepted my status,” one member shared.Unfortunately, others may show fear, ignorance, or discrimination. Surround yourself with supportive and respectful people to help you navigate the process of disclosing your HIV status.4. ...
... 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. ...