What Your HIV Labs Mean (In Plain English)

What Your HIV Labs Mean (In Plain English)

When you live with HIV, blood tests (your “labs”) help you and your care team see how your body is doing. Two tests matter most: viral load and CD4 count. You may also see other labs that check your kidneys, liver, cholesterol, sugar, and more. (hiv.gov) Viral load:...

Know Your Status: National HIV Testing Day is June 27

Every year on June 27, we recognize National HIV Testing Day (NHTD)—a vital reminder of the importance of knowing your HIV status. Early testing saves lives. It’s that simple. Whether you’ve had one partner or many, are just starting a new relationship, or use...
Living Well with HIV: Staying in Care Matters

Living Well with HIV: Staying in Care Matters

You’re on Treatment — Now What? Starting HIV treatment is a big step. But staying on treatment is just as important. When you take your medicine every day and keep up with your doctor visits, you can live a long, healthy life. Why Is It Important to Stay in Care? It...
Tested Positive for HIV — What Happens Next?

Tested Positive for HIV — What Happens Next?

What Happens if I Have HIV? Finding out you have HIV can be a lot. You might feel scared, confused, or even angry. That’s normal. But the truth is — HIV treatment works. There is no cure for HIV (yet), but the medicine we have now can help you stay healthy, protect...
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