there have been several areas of study in the Hiv community and today being pride and this being the month of pride it is important to have the facts so we can continue to celebrate pride in the future for those living with HIV this is important there are several websites that have great information on staying healthy while living Hiv positive. One of the Hardest hit communities by the virus is the gay community and we cant celebrate pride if we have no one to be proud we cant walk with honor if there is no one left. So get tested know your status if your positive seek treatment and protect your partner.If your untested get tested knowing your status is very important the sooner you know if your pos the better to keep the virus in check.Also if your neg you need to be protecting yourself it is just as much your responsibility to protect your body as it is your partners and if your partner wont put a condom on you have the right to say no and get out of there it is your body and your life HIV may no longer be a death sentance but it damn sure is a life sentance the medications are very harsh like cancer drugs like a constant chemo therapy coctail you gotta live on the rest of your life no breaks no remissions just good days and bad days and on a good day you can get up go about your business and live a normal life on a bad day I promise its not pretty protect yourself know your status seek treatment live good long healthy lives and remember a healthy diet is always the best thing for you pos or not its your body your life cherish it and treat it well.....
I am A 33 Year old gay native/Hispanic Male Living with HIV for the last thirteen years.Some days I dont know where to begin and some days it feels like it might be the end But i am still here alive for a reason
It's hard to feel proud while suffering stigmatized by this disease. Difficult combination.
ReplyDeleteI know how hard it is Friedrich but you must have pride within your heart and in your self first never give up on yourself you are a beautiful reflection of the creator's unconditional love never forget that.Even when there is so much stigma and ignorance about the Virus you are a beautiful person a wonderful Spirit a creation of the creator he makes no mistakes ever.we all must remember to stay healthy and for those who are pos encourage your friends who are not tested to get tested make sure they are taking precautions and being safe.Love yourselves love your friends be strong and knwo that no matter wht knowing is better than not knowing. Being safe and healthy is the only way to live.Be good to yourself and other's.Dont ever give up on yourself you are worth so much and feel proud even when it seems like it is hard to be proud if you are doing some good you have every right to be proud of yourself and who you are.
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