You just found out you are HIV positive. What do you do now?  It can be a very scary time, and you will undoubtedly have MANY questions.  The diagnosis may have caught you completely off guard, or maybe a part of you already knew and had been emotionally preparing for this day.  In either case, don’t beat yourself up.  Try to stay calm and rational. Don’t hide away ashamed of your status, and go untreated.  

1)      Find an ASO     
2)      Find a doctor 
3)      Treat underlying conditions  
4)      Seek support  
5)      Check work benefits 
6)       Starting Meds   
7)       Paying for HIV Medication  
8)      Ask questions and Follow up 
9)      Tell your doctor everything
10)   Get involved and stay connected 

Remember your life is not over with HIV.  While HIV is NOT a death sentence like it once used to be, it is a LIFE sentence.   HIV is now considered a manageable disease that you’ll hear relatable to diabetes.  Every 3-6 months you’ll need to see your doctor and have lab work done.  You’ll need to take your medications morning and/or night and try not to miss a dose.  Many have found a “new life” after being diagnosed with HIV.  Please read the full article with descriptions of these 10 suggestions by visiting this website.