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rainbowcafelgbtqcenter · 13 days

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When was the last time YOU got tested?

Today is National Transgender HIV Testing Day (NTHTD) - it's an annual observance through the CDC and other HIV-focused health organizations to spark conversations about the need for HIV testing and prevention. Like many marginalized populations, HIV disproportionally affects transgender individuals compared to the general population and has done so since the original 1980s AIDS epidemic.

It's 2024. HIV is completely treatable and preventable - as long as you have the knowledge and the tools.

Every single person should get tested for HIV at least once in their lives, even if they're not sexually active. In Illinois, once you turn 12 years old, you can get tested for HIV and prevention tools like PrEP and PEP entirely on your own without parental permission/consent.

Sexually active individuals should be tested for HIV at least once per year, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. HIV can and does affect everyone, so make it a part of your annual wellness routine and doctor's visit. There's a variety of ways to get tested for HIV - whether it's through an at-home test, at the doctor's office, or with an organization like us at Rainbow Cafe LGBTQ Center!

High-risk people, like individuals who frequently have unprotected sex or share injectable drugs/equipment, should get tested for HIV more often. The CDC recommends high-risk populations get tested every 3 to 6 months, depending on need. On the other hand, the CDC does not recommend anyone get tested more than 4 times a year unless...

You should get tested each and every time there's an emergency like you had unprotected sex, the condom broke, or you had to share drug equipment.

If you test negative, you have a couple of options to prevent getting HIV in the future. If you're someone who comes into contact with HIV somewhat regularly, like if you have engage in unprotected sex, have a partner living with HIV, or normally share injection drug equipment, you should consider PrEP - a daily pill that prevents HIV long-term. Alternatively, if you're someone who doesn't into contact with HIV very often and there's an emergency like a condom breaking, there's PEP, which prevents HIV transmission after exposure if taken quickly enough.

If you test positive, you'll be prescribed the necessary medications to ensure you will live a long, healthy life just like any of your other peers. It might seem scary since there still isn't a permanent cure for HIV, but living with HIV really means just taking your daily meds, doing some routine bloodwork with your doctor, and making sure to tell your future/current partners.

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rainbowkarmadsmithisheretostay · 12 days

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Sorry Asexuals, I don’t believe in this I believe in celibacy, 5yrs for me to reevaluate your sexual priorities or address health issues or paying to play. Since Sex workers are being the MOST sexually responsible if they are sexually active as everyone wants a taste, it was important I took time off to decide what was smartest and safest for me and others. The “incel” culture I think is odd, they’re basically asexuals who couldn’t or think they can’t get laid so they gave up. I suppose some of you just like the IDEA of sex but sex is an ACTION it isn’t an idea but we all got our things. I’m thrilled to have sex with at least 6 millionaires then 150 average earners who are amazing lovers on film before this is all over.

Sex is risk, I get why you’re asexual but I’m thrilled to end my celibacy. lol Breaks are good, my situation Is vastly different. I got herpes at 23yrs old after years of hooking up with older men from 14-22yrs old with men 18-65yrs old when I was young as well, I consented I loved it I just wish they PAID me, only regret. Their secret is safe with TIME. Lucky they got young me, fuckers. HSV2, found out on my 23rd BDAY I thought it was the end of my sexual life as I didn’t ever wanna pass it. It’s a shame people get STDs or hiv and just say “Fuck it, imma be sexually reckless and spread it”.

BUG chasers also exist young men, they seek to get permanent disease to not have to fear it anymore which was a toxic thing the LGBT community allowed to grow in the pozzing community, sure the undetectable gays tried to stop it but they also just wanted everyone to still fuck men with HIV and shame men HIV negative with herpes, like myself. Testing 6 times a year for HIV to make sure I was HIV negative was/is smart as should YOU or every 14 days if you’re meeting new partners weekly, herpes I eventually found out wasn’t a death sentence nor was it the end of my sexual life, just had to make HUGE changes…

To be continued. https://linktr.ee/rainbow_raven27

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theunchosenwan · 4 months

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Not sexually active pero nagpatest pa rin. Nakahabol sa last day of operation ng LoveYourSelf this year.

At least dito may label/status ako, non-reactive.

#hiv testing #love yourself #loveyourself #hiv awareness #know your status

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metz-n-matteo · 3 months

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Help our friend Shad Cruz (pictured second from the right) raise funds for his AIDS/LifeCycle @aidslifecycle journey. It is a 545 mile cycling trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The donations support life-saving services offered by San Francisco AIDS Foundation @sfaidsfound and the Los Angeles LGBT Center @lalgbtcenter.

Donate here!

#aids #aids life cycle #hiv #hivfundraiser #aidsfundraiser #cycling #cyclist #queer culture #fundraising #hiv prevention #hiv awareness #hiv aids #hiv testing #stop hiv stigma

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emelinet · 4 months

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HIV/AIDS awareness days <3

February 7th: National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day February 28th: HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day March 10th: National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day March 20th: National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day April 10th: National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day April 18th: National Transgender HIV Testing Day May 19th: National Asian & Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day June 27: National HIV Testing Day August 20th: Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day September 18th: National HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day September 27th: National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day October 15th: National Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness Day December 1st: Word AIDS Day December 14th: HIV Cure Research Day

#hiv/aids #world aids day #aids #gay #gay men #awareness #awareness day #hiv is not a crime #hiv testing #lgbtq #lgbtq community #healthcare #queer healthcare

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akocomyk · 1 year

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Love Out Loud

February 17, 2023

My company’s LGBTQI+ community organized a Pride Community event with the theme Love Out Loud—a celebration of our continuous journey of inclusion and diversity. Its aim was to build self-awareness, have a well-versed idea about HIV, and to advocate a safe environment free of stigma, discrimination, and fear.

Weeks before the event, I was invited by the organizers to perform during the program, being the runner-up of last year’s Pride’s Got Talent—the winner was also invited.

I sang “Ikaw at Ako” by Johnoy Danao and, as an opening spiel, shared how that song became a bridge for Gerald and me to get to know each other and eventually fall in love. Days prior, during Valentine’s, I was serenading Gerald with the same song in a video call because we couldn’t have an actual date.

Going back, that was the first time I got to meet and bond with my fellow community members in our company. Technically, it was the second time we’ve all seen each other since we’re present during the Got Talent competition, but I was trapped inside my holding area that day and I couldn’t really mingle with them. Anyhow, meeting them was fun and liberating—like there’s a sense of welcome and respect.

Photos curtesy of Angelo Camaya

Staying true to the program’s mission, Pete Tan from LoveYourself.ph delivered a talk about HIV awareness—preventing transmission, getting tested, treatment, and living a life with HIV.

At the start of his talk, Pete asked who among the attendees were aware of their HIV status. Several people raised their hands.

I didn’t—for obvious reasons.

And that bugged me. Also, I was a bit ashamed, considering that I strongly advocate for inclusion & diversity and everything that goes with it.

Everyone also knows that I have a partner and we’re quite active in bed. Even though we’ve both been faithful to each other and have only had experience with one another, it’s still good to be aware of what our statuses.

March 4, 2023

I initially wanted to order a self-test kit from Lazada, but then people from the reviews section are saying that the kit is not approved by the FDA and that it’s better to go to a proper testing center. In addition, HIV screening and testing is provided for free at accredited facilities.

I went to the LoveYourself.ph site and found out that they have a branch in Bacoor—Hero by LoveYourself—so I booked an appointment yesterday. I’ll be around the area since I also had a physical therapy session—my PT clinic is also in Bacoor.

Anyhow, after my therapy, I ate lunch and went to Hero by LoveYourself. The staff were very friendly and accommodating and—I don’t know how—there was just a homey feel about the place.

Minutes after submitting my form, I was called—by my birthday—and we went into a small, enclosed area where all the unused testing kits were. The facilitator pricked my finger and drew a few drops of my blood which he put onto the kit. He was trying to comfort me throughout this whole process—apologizing for the prick and asking if it was too painful.

I was then asked to return to the lounge area and wait for around fifteen minutes for me to be called.

A different staff member called me and then we went to a counseling area. She asked me about the history of my sexual activity. And seeing as I only have one sexual partner, I have a very low risk. That’s when she allowed me to pull the testing kit out of its packet and see the results.

She then proceeded with the precautions and advised ways to further prevent acquiring HIV. She was curious as to why I opted on doing a test, so I shared about hearing Pete Tan’s talk in our Love Out Loud event wherein he encouraged us to undergo HIV screening. And then she advised me to do this regularly—if possible, along with my partner—despite of the low risks, just for our peace of mind.

And then… That was it. I went out of the center feeling relieved and proud that I was able to undergo the screening.

#My Life #love out loud #pride #hiv testing #hiv aids #queer community #lgbtq

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topbestsexologistindelhi · 1 year

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#hiv treatment #hiv testing #hiv stages #hiv cure #hiv infection #hiv symptoms #hiv aids #hiv aids awareness

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worldaidsday · 4 years

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HIV testing at the workplace.

The AIDS pandemic is not over. HIV-related stigma and discrimination, and gaps in HIV testing continue to persist. Workplaces can help fill these gaps as has been demonstrated by the ILO’s VCT@WORK programme. This self-learning online course, comprising 9 modules, will help you develop or strengthen an ongoing HIV workplace programme.

#VCT@WORK #online courses #HIV testing #Workplaces #health at work #International Labour Organization (ILO)

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humanrightsconnected · 1 year

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Today marks World Aids Day! As we commemorate this important day, discover different ways how you can support people who are living with HIV!

👉 http://bit.ly/3ubzN6d

📸 by Ehimetalor Akhere Unuabona on Unsplash

#world aids day #aids day #aids #aids awareness #hiv aids #hiv #hiv positive #hiv awareness #hiv testing #hiv prevention #hiv stigma #reducing stigma #hiv advocate #hiv education #know your status

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acorncarechesapeake · 7 days

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Get Quick and Convenient STD Testing in Chesapeake VA

Acorn Care is dedicated to promoting sexual health and offering accessible STD and HIV testing services to the residents of Chesapeake, VA. Our comprehensive testing, experienced healthcare professionals, and commitment to privacy make Acorn Care a trusted choice for STD and HIV testing.

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peonylover2 · 1 month

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This is your reminder to Get Tested.

Lookup your own country information on where to get tested. Ask your GP , if you can’t find it online.

Don’t make your recklessness someone’s life disaster.

#reminder #hiv testing #care for each other #don’t be a dumbass

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hivdoctorsindelhi · 3 months

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Which Foods Should HIV Patients Avoid?

HIV Doctor in South Delhi (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system, and while there are antiretroviral drugs available that can effectively manage the virus and allow people with HIV to live healthy lives, there is no known cure.

However, maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for overall well-being and can support the immune system. Here are some general dietary tips for people living with HIV:

Balanced Diet: Aim for a well-balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

Protein Intake: Protein is essential for maintaining muscle mass and supporting the immune system. Include sources of lean protein such as fish, poultry, tofu, beans, and nuts.

Fruits and Vegetables: These are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support the immune system. Aim for a colorful variety to ensure a broad range of nutrients.

Hydration: Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Proper hydration is important for overall health and can help manage potential side effects of medications.

Limit Processed Foods: Minimize the intake of processed and sugary foods, as they may contribute to inflammation and other health issues.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Include sources of omega-3 fatty acids, such as fatty fish (salmon, mackerel), flaxseeds, and walnuts, as they have anti-inflammatory properties.

Calcium and Vitamin D: These nutrients are important for bone health. Include dairy products, leafy greens, and fortified foods in your diet.

It's crucial for individuals with HIV to work closely with healthcare professionals, including dietitians, to create a personalized nutrition plan based on their specific health needs and any potential interactions with medications.

Always consult with a healthcare provider before making significant changes to diet or lifestyle, especially for individuals living with a chronic condition like HIV. They can provide guidance tailored to the individual's health status and medical history.

Adequate Caloric Intake: Maintaining a healthy weight is important for individuals with HIV. Consuming enough calories helps the body maintain energy levels and support overall health.

Fiber-Rich Foods: Incorporate fiber-rich foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables to support digestive health. This is particularly important as some HIV medications may cause gastrointestinal issues.

Small, Frequent Meals: Eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day can help manage any potential appetite changes or digestive issues associated with HIV or its treatment.

Limit Alcohol and Caffeine: Excessive alcohol and caffeine consumption can have negative effects on the immune system and may interact with medications. It's advisable to moderate the intake of these substances.

Supplements: In some cases, healthcare professionals may recommend vitamin or mineral supplements to address specific deficiencies. However, it's crucial to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any supplements, as they can interact with medications.

Food Safety: People with HIV may have a weakened immune system, making them more susceptible to infections. Practice good food safety habits, such as washing hands and thoroughly cooking meats, to reduce the risk of food borne illnesses.

Regular Exercise: Physical activity is beneficial for overall health and can help manage stress, improve mood, and support a healthy immune system. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting a new exercise routine.

Stress Management: Chronic stress can impact the immune system. Engage in activities that promote relaxation and stress reduction, such as meditation, yoga, or hobbies.

Regular Health Check-ups: Regularly monitor health through routine check-ups, blood tests, and other assessments. This helps in identifying and addressing any health issues promptly.

It's important to emphasize that while a healthy diet and lifestyle can support overall well-being, they do not constitute a cure for HIV. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) remains the primary and most effective treatment for managing HIV. Individuals with HIV should work closely with their healthcare team to develop a comprehensive care plan that addresses their specific needs.

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netreach · 4 months

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NETREACH aims to stop HIV in India. We help people to book an appointment for HIV and STI testing and treatment centers across India.

#hiv testing #hiv/aids #sti #hiv

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lowenhillhomecareservices · 4 months

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HIV testing is a fundamental component of public health, especially during HIV/AIDS Awareness Month. Emphasizing the importance of regular testing and raising awareness about accessible options like home care services in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania is vital in the fight against HIV. Timely testing is essential for early detection, which is crucial to managing the virus and preventing its spread.

#HIV Awareness #HIV Testing #Home Healthcare

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morningmantra · 5 months

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Navigating Life with HIV: A Journey of Resilience and Hope

Understanding HIV and AIDS HIV, or the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, the body’s defense against infections. Over time, HIV can weaken the immune system to the point where it’s unable to fight off infections and diseases. This weakens the overall health and increases the risk of developing serious infections and illnesses. AIDS, or Acquired…

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head-post · 5 months

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South Africa of HIV: the earlier you treat, the longer you live

Life-extending drugs are significantly improving the quality of life for millions of South Africans living with HIV, Scrolla reports.

Thanks to affordable treatment, the number of people living with HIV in South Africa has fallen by 1.3 per cent over the past six years.

On Monday, the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) released the sixth national survey on HIV in South Africa. The survey results showed that there are about 7.8 million people living with HIV in South Africa in 2022, up from 7.9 million in 2017.

KwaZulu-Natal has the largest number of people living with HIV and HSRC says older men continue to infect girls and young women in the province. Although Mzansi is the global epicentre of the disease, people are living longer and contributing to a more stable workforce than in the past.