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11: Healthy Habits, 12: Mental health

Slowing down and finding peace in a world full of chaos

by Louis Catania

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Lately, it feels like the world is loud, tense, and constantly on edge. […]
10: Side Effects & Complications

HIV diarrhea: What to know and how to handle it

by Ann K. Avery, MD

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center It’s never fun when your stomach decides to act up. That queasy, crampy feeling that sends you running to the bathroom again and […]

HIV Stories

Real stories about how real people are living with HIV.

Tales of Triumph: Sharmain's Story

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Sharmain was diagnosed with HIV at just four months old. Her journey has been one of overcoming challenges; and managing stigma, family dynamics, and personal relationships. Early life and […]

Tales of Triumph: James’ Story

“See, I had no idea that there was going to be, like, a really good thing that happened in my life after my diagnosis.” James was diagnosed in June of 2023. When he spoke to […]