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What Did You Expect When You Signed Up For This Website?

By A myHIVteam Member 44 answers

Do You Have Any Old Pictures Of Yourself Or Family That You Would Like To Share?

By A myHIVteam Member 80 answers

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When You First Heard Of Your Diagnosis, Did Suicidal Tendencies Ever Cross Your Mind?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

I asked this question 2 years ago. I thought I would refresh it with all the newer members that we've had in the last 2 years.

A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member Sure, I was diagnosed with AIDs in 2010 while in treatment for substance abuse. I was focused on my recovery more than my diagnosis of AIDs. I was placed on antidepressants and… read more

July 7
Hi, this is just a check-in, based on a phrase you mentioned. If you — or anyone else who sees this — is thinking about self-harm, we want to say that you are an important part of this community. No part of this is easy, but there is support that can help. Read more >

Lung Disease

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

Did you know that respiratory problems and bronchitis more common in people with HIV?
Read more here: aidsmap: Respiratory problems and bronchitis more common in people with HIV.
https://www.aidsmap.com/news/nov-2020/respirato...

A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member glad to see other groups this site has, has been helpful.

June 27, 2021

Have You Received The Covid-19 Vaccine?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Have you received the covid-19 vaccine?
If you have can you please share your experience, side effects etc with us? A lot of us are very curious about this. Thank you for all you do and continue to do for us, God bless you 💉😷❤️👍🤗🎅🤶

A myHIVteam Member

I had COVID 19 the first time in March 2021 I was living with my mom godmom in Chicago IL my mom I got COVID 19 at the same time godmom not at all I had COVID-19 really bad because of my HIV mom… read more

January 15

This Isn't A Question, But I Thought This Was A Good Article To Share About Long Term Survivors Of HIV.

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

https://www.thewellproject.org/hiv-information/...

A myHIVteam Member

Mahalo! @A myHIVteam Member I have decided to join the project.

February 20, 2021

Would You Like To Attend A Halloween ZOOM Party?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Here on my HIV team we have been using the ZOOM app especially during these times , to reach out and supply comfort, company and some good old-fashioned comradery with our fellow members. Would you be willing to attend a Halloween get together with your fellow HIV team members on Halloween night?

A myHIVteam Member

No worries.. remember you can only log in when I'm on and we're hosting an event the zoom application will let you on but the party is not active as other members are not on ..we had our event at 5:00… read more

November 2, 2020 (edited)

With Isolation Becoming More Of A Lifestyle In The Current State Of Affairs, What Habits Or Hobbies Do You Have To Occupy Your Time?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

With more of us being isolated more now than ever, what new habits or hobbies have you began or looking to begin?

A myHIVteam Member

As for me I go as I please vaccinated and I keep my social distance

September 8, 2021

Loneliness

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Kelowna, BC

How do we treat the symptoms of the isolation and loneliness that this disease creates. Most of the time I am fine being on my own but then you see a LGBTQI film and you long for a meaningful connection with someone to share my life with. I have a couple of really good friends that fill the need for social outings. This disease is inheritantly isolating because of the physical restrictions that come with it. The emotional aspect of being "tainted" makes building relationships hard. Not… read more

A myHIVteam Member

Well I have associates I talk on the phone with from time to time. My faith helps because I'm celibate anyway.

August 6

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

Looking For Housing Help

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Dallas, TX

I am looking for places in Dallas that will help with rent on apartment. Anyone know of any?

A myHIVteam Member

cynthia whats general relief never heard of that and i need help getting my birth certificate i went to the stew pot with no luck cuz im not homeless i mean i live with my family in their home so… read more

October 11, 2019

Who On This Site Has Been Diagnosed With HIV For 23 Or More Years?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Edmore, MI

For the long term survivors who have 23 or more years diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, what would you like to say to the newly diagnosed people today? What kind of advice would you give them?

A myHIVteam Member

1993, they’ll take my shoes off I guess I at least 30 years

September 22
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