14: Sexual Identity

I'm straight. Can I get HIV?

by Ann K. Avery, MD

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Can straight people get HIV? Yes, they can — especially if they think HIV is only a “gay” disease. It’s true that in […]
08: Peer Support

3 HIV events to check out in May

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 What’s up in May for people living with […]
07: Protecting my Partner, 09: Sex When Living with HIV, 16: Women and HIV

Internal condoms: Why condoms aren’t just for tops anymore

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 An internal condom is designed specifically for use […]
09: Sex When Living with HIV

6 types of condoms for your pleasure and protection

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 There are so many different kinds of condoms! […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV

Dealing with overly supportive friends and family when you're living with HIV

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 They mean well. They just want what’s best […]
13: Dealing with Addiction & HIV

How to lower your risk of HIV from injectable drugs

by Ann K. Avery, MD

Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Heroin (or any other drug you might inject) addiction is tough to kick. If you’re injecting, it pays to adopt basic safety practices. Safer […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 13: Dealing with Addiction & HIV

Can I overdose on my HIV meds?

by Ann K. Avery, MD

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center It’s natural to wonder if you can overdose on HIV medication. However, the short answer is NO, you don’t really have to worry […]
05: HIV Healthcare

3 ways to get involved in HIV events in April

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 Want to get involved in HIV awareness? April […]
09: Sex When Living with HIV

Sexting: 6 ways to keep foreplay sexy and safe

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 Let’s talk sexting. You probably love it when […]
05: HIV Healthcare, 11: Healthy Habits

7 ways to protect your heart when you're living with HIV

by Ann K. Avery, MD

By: Ann K. Avery, MD, Infectious Disease Physician at MetroHealth Medical Center Unfortunately, heart disease is one of the most common risks of aging. It’s true for everybody, even if they don't have HIV. But […]