01: Blogs With Audio Content, 11: Healthy Habits

Tips for sun safety

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center There’s nothing like getting some sunshine on a warm summer day. It […]

11: Healthy Habits, 12: Mental health

How you can use affirmations for a more positive mindset

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center We're big believers in the power of a positive mindset! Check out […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 11: Healthy Habits, 12: Mental health

How meditation can help you manage stress and anxiety when you’re living with HIV

By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center It’s bad enough that social media and news headlines pump hot-and-cold crazy into your world. But you also may have the natural instinct sometimes to […]

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

Free ways to get active that don’t require a gym

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Some people go to a gym to get in shape. That’s cool […]

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 08: Peer Support, 11: Healthy Habits, 12: Mental health

How a positive mindset can change your life when you’re living with HIV

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center The thoughts that run through your head have a big impact on […]

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

3 benefits of exercising every day

By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Watch as Josh explains why 30 minutes of exercise a day is a good idea as he goes for a run in Washington, DC. Come […]

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

7 tips for healthy holiday eating

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Sweets, meats, and irresistible treats: That’s what holiday meals are made of. […]

11: Healthy Habits

3 healthy things you can do right now

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Let's get healthy! Jen shows you just how easy it can be […]

00. Spanish, 11: Healthy Habits, 13: Dealing with Addiction & HIV

Por qué los programas de canje de agujas son importantes para la prevención del VIH (y dónde encontrarlos)

Por: Ann Avery, médica de enfermedades infecciosas de Metrohealth Medical Center. Ver todos los blogs en español > No importa lo que te inyectes o por qué lo hagas (heroína para tu adicción, esteroides para […]

11: Healthy Habits, 13: Dealing with Addiction & HIV

Why needle exchange programs are important for HIV prevention (and where you can find them)

By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center It doesn’t matter what you’re injecting or why you’re doing it — heroin for your habit, steroids for muscle growth, or hormones for a transition […]