... HIV can only be transmitted if the infected fluids come in contact with someone in one of three ways: Injection into the bloodstream Contact with mucous membranes, such as those that line the vagina, penis, anus, and mouth Contact with an open wound, cut, or tear in the skin or mucous membranes (even if you can’t see it) HIV transmission usually occurs ...
Mosquitoes Can’t Spread HIV: Why They Transmit Certain Diseases
... HIV can only be transmitted if the infected fluids come in contact with someone in one of three ways: Injection into the bloodstream Contact with mucous membranes, such as those that line the vagina, penis, anus, and mouth Contact with an open wound, cut, or tear in the skin or mucous membranes (even if you can’t see it) HIV transmission usually occurs ...
... The journey to self-acceptance can be tumultuous, but fellow members of myHIVteam are here to help you feel comfortable in your skin.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV and their loved ones, more than 41,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand ...
Has Having HIV Split the Public You From the Private You?
... The journey to self-acceptance can be tumultuous, but fellow members of myHIVteam are here to help you feel comfortable in your skin.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV and their loved ones, more than 41,000 members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand ...
... Remember, receiving a proper diagnosis is an important first step toward accessing the care and support you need. ...
... Your provider may adjust your medication if needed.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV and their loved ones, members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with HIV.What steps do you take to protect against infectious diseases? ...
Herpes vs. HIV: What’s the Difference Between Them?
... Your provider may adjust your medication if needed.Talk With Others Who UnderstandOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV and their loved ones, members come together to ask questions, give advice, and share their stories with others who understand life with HIV.What steps do you take to protect against infectious diseases? ...
Studies have shown that the more we take ownership of our condition, the more engaged we are in m...
... Clinic DEXA (DXA) Scan: Bone Density Test — Cleveland Clinic HIV Treatment: The Basics — HIVinfo.NIH.gov Chapter Ten — Immunomodulatory Effect of Vitamin D on Immune Response to Dengue Virus Infection — Vitamins and Hormones Vitamin D Deficiency in Adults: Definition, Clinical Manifestations, and Treatment — UpToDate Bone and Calcium Disorders in Patients ...
Vitamin D and HIV: What’s the Connection?
... Clinic DEXA (DXA) Scan: Bone Density Test — Cleveland Clinic HIV Treatment: The Basics — HIVinfo.NIH.gov Chapter Ten — Immunomodulatory Effect of Vitamin D on Immune Response to Dengue Virus Infection — Vitamins and Hormones Vitamin D Deficiency in Adults: Definition, Clinical Manifestations, and Treatment — UpToDate Bone and Calcium Disorders in Patients ...
... For the past couple of years, I have sent out positive messages to my friends and family every day — some 100 messages or more daily.How can we spread the news of positive living? I have no idea how many others may be spreading the news, but I’d like to be an optimist and think we can encourage everyone to live their lives to the fullest! ...
HIV Member Spotlight: On the Bright Side
... For the past couple of years, I have sent out positive messages to my friends and family every day — some 100 messages or more daily.How can we spread the news of positive living? I have no idea how many others may be spreading the news, but I’d like to be an optimist and think we can encourage everyone to live their lives to the fullest! ...
... Now that many people have been vaccinated against — or infected with — mpox, we want to better understand how the spread of this condition has affected the myHIVteam community. Consider sharing your experience in this myHIVteam survey. As always, your responses are anonymous. ...
Mpox Survey for the myHIVteam Community
... Now that many people have been vaccinated against — or infected with — mpox, we want to better understand how the spread of this condition has affected the myHIVteam community. Consider sharing your experience in this myHIVteam survey. As always, your responses are anonymous. ...
Here are four ways to save money on medications...
... 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. ...