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
Today, we’re spreading the love! We want to tell you about eight magazines, blogs, and organizations that offer accurate information, help to decrease stigma, and provide resources for people living with HIV. They’re all doing great work that deserves the support of everybody who cares about HIV and all the lives it touches.
Magazines
- Poz.com — Founded in 1994, Poz.com has print and online versions that provide authoritative, up-to-date information for people with HIV and anybody else who needs solid facts about the virus. The “Am I Infected?” forum has experts on hand to explain exactly how HIV gets spread. | Check out Poz.com.
- HIV Plus — Available in print and online, HIV Plus focuses on reducing HIV stigma, answering questions about PrEP, and providing HIV-related news updates. The “I Am a Warrior” section focuses specifically on news about HIV activists. | Check out HIV Plus.
- The Body — News updates, HIV basics, medication facts, and much more fill The Body. The HIV/AIDS Resource Centers feature expert commentary for a diverse array of groups, including African Americans, Latinxs, the elderly, trans people, gay men, and more. | Check out The Body.
Blogs
- I’m Still Josh — Activist Josh Robbins shares news updates, stories about his journey with HIV and contributions from his friends. His Digital Encouragement Wall provides memes that boost the spirit of newly infected people. | Check out I’m Still Josh.
- A Girl Like Me — Women and girls talk about their HIV experiences. A broad range of topics includes pregnancy, HIV+ mothers, and family. This blog is hosted by The Well Project, a nonprofit working to alter the course of HIV in girls and women. | Check out A Girl Like Me.
- My Fabulous Disease — Award-winning blogger Mark S. King has been a vocal advocate for HIV-related causes since he tested positive in 1985. Check out his extensive video library if you’re tired of reading. | Check out My Fabulous Disease.
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Nonprofits
- Safe on the Scene — Based in Cleveland, Safe on the Scene helps African-American men take charge of their health. Their services include free testing, a lounge for the African-American LGBT community with free Wi-Fi and video games, and D-up Opinion Leader Training. | Visit their website.
- CANAPI — This Akron-based nonprofit (Community AIDS Network/Akron Pride Initiative) advocates for LGBTQ youth and works on HIV prevention. Services include the Teen PRIDE Network plus help with housing, testing, counseling, and access to healthy food. | Visit their website.
More great sites for people with HIV
We kept this short because we know you’re busy — but when you’ve got some spare time, these sites can help you find even more HIV resources:
- Act Against AIDS from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- HIV.gov, supported by the federal government’s Minority AIDS Initiative Fund
- Positive Peers Resources Page, featuring several places to find help in the Cleveland area
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