Category: 02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV

02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 08: Peer Support, 17: Young and Positive

The science behind U = U (Undetectable = Untransmittable)

by Dr. Ann Avery

By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center “Undetectable = Untransmittable” isn’t something you keep to yourself. It’s something to shout from the rooftops! What does it mean? It means that scientists are […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 04: Newly Diagnosed / HIV 101

What you need to know about the latest HIV treatments and research

by Dr. Ann Avery

By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center HIV is one tough, sneaky little virus. The good thing is the world’s smartest doctors, scientists, and drug companies are working to hunt down HIV […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 08: Peer Support, 12: Mental health

How to deal with toxic relationships

by Jennifer McMillen Smith

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Learning to identify and deal with (or just avoid) toxic relationships is […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 08: Peer Support

Tips for managing HIV when you’re homeless

by Jennifer McMillen Smith

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center HIV can feel overwhelming enough sometimes even when you’ve got all the […]
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Consejos para tratar el VIH cuando estás sin hogar

by por Jennifer McMillen Smith

Por Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, División de Enfermedades Infecciosas, y revisado medicamente por Ann Avery, médica de enfermedades infecciosas de Metrohealth Medical Center. Ver todos los blogs en español > A veces, el VIH […]
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

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, 08: Peer Support

7 cheap Valentine's Day date ideas

by Jennifer McMillen Smith

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Who says Valentine's Day needs to break your bank? Here are some […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 06: Talking to a Doctor, 08: Peer Support, 09: Sex When Living with HIV, 12: Mental health

What to do if you’ve been sexually assaulted

by Dr. Ann Avery

By: Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Sexual assault survivors can feel violated and terrorized. The fear and anxiety are like nothing they’ve ever experienced. If it happens to you, go somewhere […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV

Simple ways to manage your money

by Jennifer McMillen Smith

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center Regardless of your status, it’s a great idea to manage the stress […]
02: Everyday Advice for Living with HIV, 08: Peer Support, 12: Mental health

How to get out of an abusive relationship

by Jennifer McMillen Smith

By: Jennifer McMillen Smith, MSSA, LISW-S, Division of Infectious Disease and medically reviewed by Ann Avery, Infectious Disease Physician at Metrohealth Medical Center When it comes to escaping an abusive relationship, there’s no time like […]