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It was only a few years ago that every member of the LGBTQ+ community was expected to come out of the closet and reveal their sexual preference to the world. Coming out of the closet is a popular metaphor used to describe the shame and guilt many people were made to feel about their sexual orientation. Though the phrase has…

Having HIV may feel scary and alienating. What’s even worse is having it and not knowing. Getting an HIV test is the first step towards living a long and healthy life. Knowing you are HIV negative can do no harm, and knowing that you are positive can put you on the right track in getting the help you need. Getting…

PrEP refers to the term pre-exposure prophylaxis. It is a medication commonly used to prevent the spread of HIV. The medication is recommended to people who are at high risk of contracting the virus. If your partner is HIV positive, you are eligible to receive PrEP. It is highly effective if taken regularly, as prescribed. The popularization of PrEP has…

Billy Porter, a world-renowned actor and performer, has broken his silence on his HIV diagnosis earlier this year. Billy Porter had been living in silence and shame for long 14 years before he finally felt comfortable to share his story with his mom, his colleagues, and the world. For many years, Billy Porter was communicating with the world through his…