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Does Status Matter?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Has your HIV status made a difference in your dating life?

A myHIVteam Member

The importance of status can vary depending on the context. For individuals living with HIV, disclosing their status can be a significant and personal decision. According to the knowledge base:

-… read more

July 15

Eating Food And Taking Medication.

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

Ok so this could be a continuum of the last question I posted about sun exposure. But I will just make a different post. Since this is on my mind now (because I JUST DID IT), I had another question about how to take your medication
A lot of the HIV pills you must take with food. What if you are in a position to where you can't eat but must take your pill? Do you take your pill without eating? Do you find a quick bite to eat somewhere or somehow
I had an early supper and ate heavy. Now that it… read more

A myHIVteam Member

I take it regardless if I have food with me or not but I try and make sure I do eat something within an hour of taking my med. Only 1 of the 4 meds I take for HIV suggests taking it with food. I have… read more

January 30, 2021

Has HIV Made You Thankful Or Regretful?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

HIV affects us all in different ways. Given the upcoming Holidays.... How have your life views changed..... if at all?

A myHIVteam Member

Both

November 3, 2023

For Seniors On Social Security Income, Veterans And Disabled Citizens, Have You Received The Current Stimulus Check?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Like myself who have been disabled due to AIDS, I have yet to receive this current check. I received the two last prior checks directly but this third one seems, we are the last to receive it. After inquiry and calls to my Senator and House Representative, I think we have an answer from the Social Security Administration regarding our checks. I have attached the following article stating that SSA released the file to the IRS with all the information, for those of us, who are entitled to the… read more

A myHIVteam Member

I just received my Stimulus Money Today! Yippie!!

April 7, 2021

Cleaning Reusable Face Mask

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

For those of you who wear the reusable face mask and not the disposable, how do you clean your mask?
Do you:
1) Put them in the washing machine?
2) Wash them by hand?
3) Boil them?
4) Wash them in the dishwasher?
I have just been washing them in my washing machine, but today I decided to boil them on the stove top. Tomorrow I might try putting them in the dishwasher. So, how do you clean yours?

A myHIVteam Member

Hand wash then dry on sanitize cycle in my dryer. I have a supply of more than 30 reusable and washable masks. I wait until at least 15 of them have been used before washing. I wear a fresh one each… read more

January 30, 2021

HIV Meds And Antidepressants

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Chicago Heights, IL

Just curious..... Do any of you take antidepressants in addition to your HIV meds? If so are there any additional side effects??

A myHIVteam Member

I was prescribed them 13 years after contracting HIV As a result of the issues I faced following TB meningitis. Since this illness I’ve found that I’m far more emotionally susceptible and the… read more

February 3

If You Could Do It All Over Again, Would You?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

If you had the chance to do your life again or some aspect of it, would you?

A myHIVteam Member
November 30, 2023

Will You Follow Covid 19 Protocols, If The Need Arises Again?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

With covid-19 cases rising in all 50 states, some states are considering indoor masking once again. Where do you stand on all of this?

A myHIVteam Member
December 20, 2023

What Charity Or Organization Would You Donate To Or Volunteer For?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Whether it is time spent, food delivered, a personal check, etc...would you, if you could, donate to a charity of your choice and why?💙💚💚💜❤️♥️🤗🤗

A myHIVteam Member

In Halifax there is a non government funded program that ensures the health and well being for up to 1200 youth ranging from 12-21. Their main charity even is a 3 course meal as the Holiday Luncheon… read more

February 1, 2021

What Do You Do On Rainy/snow Days?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Bakersfield, CA

I actually have a whole box full of stuff to craft but I’m sitting here with brain farts. Nothing’s coming to me so I decided to jump on here and see what everybody else does. . Feel free to answer guys.

A myHIVteam Member

Good stuff 👌👌👌👍👍👍

July 8
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