There’s a stigma around HIV, whether we like it or not. From concerns about sexual promiscuity to beliefs that only drug addicts are ... Read More
HIV/AIDS
Is It True That Men Can’t Get HIV From Women?
Can men get HIV from women? Surprisingly, this is still a very popular question that many people are still asking. How does HIV spread? ... Read More
Do You Know Your HIV/AIDS Status?
Have you had your Flu shot this year? What was your last total cholesterol and LDL level ? Have you had your scheduled mammogram to screen ... Read More
Unexpected Weight Loss: When to See a Doctor
If you've noticed that you're losing weight without making any changes to your diet or exercise routine, it might be time to pay a visit to ... Read More
Can You Get HIV from Your Nail Salon?
When getting a much-needed mani or pedi, usually the only things to worry about are a long wait or your favorite color being out of stock. ... Read More
Ignoring the Call: The Dangers of Avoiding STD and HIV Testing
In a world filled with a plethora of health issues to take heed to, the significance of regular STD and HIV testing often takes a back seat. ... Read More
Black History of Health: Magic Johnson
Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson showed his love for basketball at an early age and started playing the game in eighth grade. Still, it wasn’t until ... Read More
Rae Lewis-Thornton On Living Well With HIV: The Earlier You Start Treatment, The Better
I’ve been living with HIV for 40 years, however, I didn’t learn of my status until almost three and half years later. For sure I survived ... Read More
Black History of Health: Arthur Ashe
Arthur Ashe accomplished many firsts in his lifetime. In 1963, the gifted tennis player made history as the first Black player to ... Read More
Top 5 Lovemaking Mistakes You Should Stop Making
It doesn't matter if its the beginning of the year or the end of the year, chances are you had a desire to improve your life in many areas, ... Read More
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Delivers a Christmas Present for People living with HIV: The Drug Lenacapavir was just Approved!
There have been a handful of individuals who have been completely cured of HIV and I have reported on some of them in articles on ... Read More
Scientists Discover New HIV Strain In 20 Years
As if HIV and AIDS wasn't scary enough... The disease has stricken the Black community for decades and was starting to see some action ... Read More