... "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"? ...
... First, they sometimes miss a subtype of HIV-1 called subtype O. Second, special types of Western blot tests are necessary for detecting an HIV-2 infection.Western blots become effective about two months after HIV exposure. ...
Diagnosing HIV
... First, they sometimes miss a subtype of HIV-1 called subtype O. Second, special types of Western blot tests are necessary for detecting an HIV-2 infection.Western blots become effective about two months after HIV exposure. ...
... Placing a sticker or some tape on your toothbrush could be a reminder.Be Careful With Drugs and AlcoholSome people miss doses of their ART due to alcohol and drug use. These substances can affect your brain and sometimes make you tired, forgetful, or unable to keep routines. Take your medicine apart from your use of drugs or alcohol. ...
HIV Treatment Goals: The Best Time To Take Your Pill
... Placing a sticker or some tape on your toothbrush could be a reminder.Be Careful With Drugs and AlcoholSome people miss doses of their ART due to alcohol and drug use. These substances can affect your brain and sometimes make you tired, forgetful, or unable to keep routines. Take your medicine apart from your use of drugs or alcohol. ...
... — CBS News “Is It All Bandaged Up? … It’s Not Leaking?’ ...
... Try your best not to miss any doses of the antiretroviral medication your doctor prescribes. This will help suppress the virus and protect your immune system. Adopt a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, engaging in regular exercise, and getting enough sleep. Manage stress through relaxation, meditation, or self-care activities you enjoy. ...
HIV Awareness Days: 6 Ways To Advocate for Yourself While Living With HIV
... Try your best not to miss any doses of the antiretroviral medication your doctor prescribes. This will help suppress the virus and protect your immune system. Adopt a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, engaging in regular exercise, and getting enough sleep. Manage stress through relaxation, meditation, or self-care activities you enjoy. ...
... Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking so that they can identify any potential problems.Learning More About PrEPIf you think PrEP might be a good option for you or your partner, talk to your doctor to learn more. ...
PrEP vs. PEP: Differences, Effectiveness, and When to Use Each
... Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking so that they can identify any potential problems.Learning More About PrEPIf you think PrEP might be a good option for you or your partner, talk to your doctor to learn more. ...
... These side effects were all listed as mild to moderate in the studies for drug approval.For Cabenuva, Apretude, Sunlenca, and Trogarzo, there haven’t been enough studies on the use of these medications during pregnancy to adequately assess a risk of birth defects and miscarriage. ...
Injectables for HIV Treatment and Prevention: How They Work
... These side effects were all listed as mild to moderate in the studies for drug approval.For Cabenuva, Apretude, Sunlenca, and Trogarzo, there haven’t been enough studies on the use of these medications during pregnancy to adequately assess a risk of birth defects and miscarriage. ...
... 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. ...
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