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08: Peer Support, 17: Young and Positive, 19: Key Health Partners

Building an effective HIV youth support group

by Jennifer McMillen Smith, LISW-S

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, LISW-S, HIV Social Worker at MetroHealth Medical Center and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center You might think that living with HIV affects […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 11: Healthy Habits, 13: Dealing with Addiction & HIV

Can you overdose on cannabis?

by Ann K. Avery, MD

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center So, can you overdose on cannabis? It's a good question, but the answer is complicated. Cannabis, at the surface level, is a relatively […]

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 […]