Today is World AIDS Day. What are you doing today? Are you getting a HIV Test? Do you know your Status? Have you talked to your kids about HIV? Have you talked to your partner about HIV? In what ways are you protecting your negative status? If you are poz, in what ways are you taking care of your health? Do you have a support network?
On my seventh anniversary, I wrote a blog entry about “Reflections of My Seven Year Journey with HIV” (click on the hyperlink to read my story.) The sharing of my story is an opportunity to understand some of the challenges of HIV and understanding how decisions may impact your life.
Words of Wisdom: If you think you don’t have to pay attention to HIV, think again!!! If you are having sex (oral, vaginal, anal) or re-using needles — YOU ARE AT RISK. While the risk varies depending on behavior and whether someone is positive — the reality is that we never know who is positive. Some may share — some may not share — some may not know. The responsibility RESTS IN YOUR HANDS. We can only be responsible for our own behavior. Take a moment today — read my story — check out the latest HIV statistics — refresh your memory of safer sex practices, condoms, female condoms, dental dams, and clean needles. Get tested regularly.
