Category: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
A virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Transmitted through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk.
Why HIV Stigma Can Be More Harmful Than HIV
HIV is a manageable medical condition today, but the stigma surrounding it can still cause…
What an HIV Diagnosis Can Do to Mental Health
An HIV diagnosis can affect far more than physical health. For many people, the emotional…
How HIV Can Happen Even When You Used Protection
Hearing “I used protection” and “I still got HIV” can feel confusing, unfair, and frightening.…
I Had a One Night Stand… Now I’m Terrified I Have HIV
A one night stand can stir up a lot of emotions afterward—especially if there was…
8 Early HIV Symptoms Most People Completely Ignore
Early HIV symptoms can be surprisingly easy to overlook because they often feel like a…
How HIV Can Still Happen When Someone Uses PrEP
Hearing “I got HIV from someone who was on PrEP” can feel confusing, upsetting, and…