Taking my #HIV medication on the first day of The NaLa Conference in Dallas.

Single-tablet regimens simplify HIV treatment, improve adherence and help prevent resistance and transmission. In a First Person commentary, policy advocate Scott Bertani notes that some cost-cutting efforts fail to take into accounts these benefits.
www.positivelyaware.com/the-case-for-STRs

What a difference a day will make. Taking my #HIV medication where the #NALAConference open tomorrow. Looking forward to it!

Hey, #airplanenerd friends, I’m aboard an Airbus A-320 to Dallas for #NaLa2026, the National Latinx Conference on HIV, HCV and SUD. I like to wear my “United blue” polo when flying, though it’s fading a bit.

Having my #HIV medication for lunch.

Thanks to my #HIV medication, the virus isn’t so scary.

I meant to take my #HIV medication while getting ready for work. Then I meant to take it at work, but the day got away, so I took it when I got home. If you forget your HIV medication, don’t fret; take it as soon as you remember, as long as it’s at least 12 hours before your next dose.

Taking my #HIV medication during a Tuesday morning virtual meeting.

If anyone else ranted liked that, there’d be a wellness check.

Today’s a red letter day. Someone brought cherry-frosted donuts to work today. But before taking another bite, I’m being suggested to take my #HIV medication first.

Welcome to Our Town.

If you’re attending NMAC’s Biomedical HIV Prevention Summit in Chicago, Positively Aware is organizing a group photo shoot featuring people living with HIV for the cover of the 30th anniversary HIV Drug Guide.

Hit me up for details!
#bhps

To see someone as the person they are is the beginning of respect.
To see someone as the person they are is the beginning of compassion.
To see someone as the person they are is the beginning.

International Transgender Day of Visibility

“I knew how I wanted my hair, nails, outfit, coffin & what funeral home I wanted it to be at,” writes Kim Canady. “I have to remember that I’m here for a reason. I’m in a constant fight with myself to not just be alive but to actually live!”
positivelyaware.com/first-person-kim-canady

Adding it to my favorite places in the neighborhood.

Having brunch at the recently opened Fried Egg Cafe on Bryn Mawr while taking my #HIV medication. Love the scrambled eggs!

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So that’s what the fakery’s about.

After taking my #HIV medication, for #ThePAChat, I interviewed my colleague Shawna Mitchell, head of case management at Vivent Health + TPAN, about how SNAP rule changes are affecting people living with HIV. About 1/3 to 1/2 of people with HIV in the U.S. rely on SNAP. @posaware.bsky.social

Unfortunate changes are happening to the post office—this is one of them. As a result, PA is switching to UPS to ship bulk copies of the magazine. Update your shipping info—or place your new order: distribution@positiveaware.com.

This is a stopgap measure, in effect through June 30, as lawmakers work toward a new state budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year.

positivelyaware.com/florida-adap-temporary-funding

Look what was in my laptop bag.

The made me chortle out loud in public.

Breakfast—scrambled eggs, cheese, tomato and onion on a croissant—for lunch, with my #HIV medication. (Maybe it’s just me, but looking at that croissant with a bite taken out of it, it kinda reminded me of the Millennium Falcon.)

I’d love to hear from you if you’re coming to Chicago to attend NMAC’s Biomedical HIV Prevention Summit. DM me.

Which to have first—my favorite chicken tacos in Andersonville or my #HIV medication? ¡Buen provecho!

Ignorance has consequences. Willful ignorance is irresponsible.

The federal government no longer recognizes National HIV/AIDS Awareness Days. That’s why we the people need to stand up and call out how HIV impacts our communities.
#NHAAD

Florida ADAP funding bill awaits governor’s signature as key gaps remain

The funding bill was presented to Gov. DeSantis on March 18; lawmakers expect it to be signed possibly within days, though no timeline has been confirmed. Gaps remind. Biktarvy is still off the #ADAP formulary; Descovy is subject to restricted use.
positivelyaware.com/florida-adap-funding-bill

Looks like we’re having a little of all the weather today. Enjoying the show while taking my HIV medication.

Time for my #HIV medication while waiting to meet up with my friend Charlie for breakfast.