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7 ways to practice self-care when you’re living with HIV

Scientists have proven that exercise releases happy juice into your bloodstream. OK, they don't call it happy juice. But exercise does have an odd way of making you feel better. It doesn’t have to be hard. It just has to be regular. Like, at least 30 minutes a … See more

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What happens if I don't seek treatment for HIV

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How to talk to your doctor about getting on PrEP

WebYou have to be honest about everything — especially the sexy stuff you might not like to talk about. When you talk to the doctor: Take a notepad along and write …

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How thoughts and emotions affect your health—using …

WebHow thoughts and emotions affect your health—using positive affirmations. By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and …

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Motivation for HIV patients to stay on HIV treatment

WebMedical News Today named Positive Peers one of the top 10 best blogs on HIV/AIDS in 2018! MyTherapy listed Positive Peers as 10 of the Best HIV and AIDS …

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How a positive mindset can change your life when you’re …

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Health Benefits of Cuddling

WebBetter sleep. If you need a better night’s rest, try a good cuddle session before bed. The physical touch helps the brain release oxytocin and reduces the amount of …

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Caring for your Body, Mind, and Spirit while living with HIV

WebBody = Your physical self, allowing you to experience the world with your five senses. Your body is what carries you through life, and it needs maintenance like …

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and How They …

WebThe CDC-Kaiser Adverse Childhood Experiences Study or the ACE Study was the first large study that looked at how childhood trauma impacts adults. More than …

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Resources for parents of kids living with HIV

WebKeep focused on the child’s health. To stay healthy, kids who are living with HIV need three kinds of support: Emotional — keeping their outlook positive, …

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Today we embark on the next chapter of Positive Peers.

WebToday people across the U.S. rely on Positive Peers for peer support and to achieve their wellness goals. We have been listening to our Community Advisory Board, …

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Thomas Street Clinic

WebClinic locations enrolling PoPIT – Positive Peers Intervention Trial – participants: Thomas Street at Quentin Mease Health Center. 3601 North MacGregor Way, Houston, Texas …

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Are there scholarships for people living with HIV

WebIt helps pay some of the cost of college for people who are HIV positive — but it’s not usually a full-ride. HIV scholarships sometimes come from specific schools and …

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Slay the stigma and transform your day with these inspirational …

WebTime to get inspired, y’all! “HIV does not make people dangerous to know, so you can shake their hands and give them a hug; Heaven knows they need it.”. – Princess …

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Register for the Positive Peers HIV Wellness App

WebNote: The fastest way to gain access to Positive Peers is to upload your own documents (links below) to prove you are 13–34 years old and living with HIV. Be a resident of the …

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Does HIV affect your period

WebIn addition, your HIV drugs could cause you to have heavier periods. Having HIV can affect your periods in less direct ways too, though: Stress. Weight loss. Anemia. …

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Can people living with HIV have kids

WebYes! Women with HIV can have babies, and men with HIV can get women pregnant. By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center. …

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Where are my HIV+ friends

WebThey also positively impact your health. HIV+ friends are just as important to your well-being as eating right and exercising, and you know we're all about that. But …

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