09: Sex When Living with HIV

Is Choking during Sex Dangerous?

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center It seems weird to think of choking as a new thing in sex. […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 09: Sex When Living with HIV, 18: Know Your Rights

HIV disclosure laws and anti-discrimination laws across the US: What you need to know

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Say it after me: It’s wrong to be treated differently based on something […]

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Do I need to go to rehab?

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 Let’s debunk a myth and straighten something up […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV

Can dogs get HIV?

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center If you’ve made the decision to get a dog, then you might be asking yourself some logistical questions. 🤔 Is my house big […]

12: Mental health, 14: Sexual Identity

The Situationship Red Flags to Look Out for (and What to Do About Them)

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Are you hooking up with someone casually, but it’s also kind of serious? […]

03: Getting Tested for HIV, 04: Newly Diagnosed / HIV 101, 06: Talking to a Doctor, 08: Peer Support

What to Expect at an HIV Clinic

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center For many of us, making the decision to go see a health care professional about any chronic condition is tough. Believe it or […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV

HIV status disclosure: what if someone reacts badly?

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Let’s set the scene: You’re there with someone. 🤗 You love everything about […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 09: Sex When Living with HIV

Sexercise: The Best Sex Positions for Staying Fit

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Any form of exercise is good. ✅ Going for a walk once a […]

09: Sex When Living with HIV

A Safer Sex Guide for A Stress-Free Mind

By: Louis Catania, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center The lights are low, your playlist is on, and there’s nothing nagging at […]

12: Mental health

How to Pick a Therapist That's Right For You

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 First things first: everyone can benefit from therapy. […]