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12: Mental health, Uncategorized

Am I Just Moody, or Are These Signs of Bipolar Disorder?

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Some days, you just don’t have main character energy. You're irritated, emotional, exhausted, and a diva. That's human. But if those moods start […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 08: Peer Support, 11: Healthy Habits

Navigating Cannabis Culture with HIV

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Cannabis is already part of life for a lot of people living with HIV. Many find that it helps with pain, stress, sleep, […]

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 […]