24 hours in the lives of people affected by HIV

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Los Angeles
California,
United States
12:00 am

Cruising the mean streets of Los Angeles in my friend’s 1966 Classic Cutlass Supreme living life to the fullest extent and joy in my

Los Angeles
California,
United States
8:20 am

I am more than a long-term survivor… I am also a thriver!

Long Beach
California,
United States
9:28 am

Fighting stigma and racism.

Los Angeles
California,
United States
11:30 am

I am more than a long-term survivor… I am also a thriver!

Boulder
Colorado,
USA
12:33 pm

In my 26th year living with HIV, for “A Day with HIV” this year, I was not traveling so I decided to take a

St. Paul
Minnesota,
United States
12:50 pm

Lunchtime is spent having Dominican food. Usually this is the time I’d take my HIV pill. Now, due to advances in treatment, I’m on

Montgomery
Alabama,
United States
1:55 pm

Enjoying the beautiful rays of sunlight on my couch. The sunlight reminds me of the warm love I have for ALL mankind. We are

Miami
Florida,
Dade
2:49 pm

They gave me three years, but I’m still thriving—33 years and counting. There is life after diagnosis.

Mundelein
Illinois,
United States
3:15 pm

Thanks to HIV medicine. Here’s to birthdays, birthdays and more birthdays!

Charlotte
North Carolina,
United States
4:33 pm

Just wrapped up The Reunion Project’s meeting in Charlotte for survivors of HIV. It was an honor to be among so many leaders living

Fort Worth
Texas,
United States
4:35 pm

It’s just after 4:30 p.m. on the autumnal equinox, so you know what day it is. 

Ocean Park
California,
United States
6:11 pm

I’m celebrating another day of living with HIV by relaxing and taking my meds. I’m healthy because have access. I want all people living

Williamston
North Carolina,
United States
6:30 pm

Big grin for all the pozzies. Yay!

Vancouver
British Columbia,
Canada
7:00 pm

Deni Daviau (left), 68, HIV-negative, with husband Bradford McIntyre (right), 71, living with HIV 39 years; married 23 years.

Sandusky
Ohio,
United States
9:18 pm

Enjoying an HIV retreat with my brother in advocacy Tony

Washington
D.C.,
United States
11:20 pm

Feeling incredibly privileged to savor a tranquil evening on the first day of autumn. The world slows down, and I’m reminded to appreciate the

St. Paul
Minnesota,
United States
12:58 am

Taking a break from literature reviews to proof content for my PozLifeofPatrick YouTube channel. Even with HIV, I’ve been thriving. From pursuing my doctor

Chattanooga
Tennessee,
United States
1:04 am

I am in my “happy place,” the local yarn shop. I have not let 39+ years of sharing my life with HIV stop me

Deltona
Florida,
United States
7:30 am

Loving the skin I’m in.

Lake Couer d’Alene
Idaho,
United States
8:37 am

Standing on the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene, still searching for my place in this world. The beauty and serenity inspired this picture. #27yearthriver

Philadelphia
Pennsylvania,
United States
10:46 am

Pulled a tarot card that spoke to me this morning: The Star—hope, faith, purpose, renewal, spirituality—all of the things I embody. Cohabitating with this

Philadelphia
Pennsylvania,
United States
11:30 am

#healthfiresidechat #ADAPAdvocacy #seniorHIV

Philadelphia
Pennsylvania,
United States
1:30 pm

I take this selfie, reminded of the 17-year-old boy diagnosed with HIV and now 24 1/2 years later, I’m HERE! Free to exist and

Grand Isle
Vermont,
United States
2:00 pm

This summer marked the milestone of having lived with HIV longer than not. I am grateful for the life I have and the love

Monroeville
Pennsylvania,
United States
2:15 pm

Just a VERY normal day in the grocery store…..not exciting….but NORMAL.

Seattle
Washington,
United States
2:15 pm

Spending my birthday today with my husband of 4 years (our anniversary is also today), together 16 years. He has been my greatest supporter

Houston
Texas,
United States
3:00 pm

Eunice and Kalvin—Our Day with HIV Adventure. Having a late lunch at What-A-Burger. Celebrating our 39th year of marriage and What-A-Burger’s 50th anniversary! Congratulations

Sacramento
California,
United States
3:45 pm

Visiting my son and daughter-in-law in Sacramento, and playing a spirited game of Wingspan.

Palm Springs
California,
United States
4:00 pm

Just finished our eighth annual Reunion Project (now called the Positively Aging Project) event in Palm Springs for our long-term survivor community here. Veteran

Atlanta
Georgia,
United States
5:00 pm

Chilling on a lazy Saturday. Life is good. The best part of this day with HIV is not giving the virus a single moment

Philadelphia
Pennsylvania,
United States
6:00 pm

Celebrating my birthday today, with my daughter. The love and support of family is important when living with HIV.

Dallas
Texas,
United States
6:14 pm

Cuz I’m grown and I like being outside!

Phoenix
Arizona,
United States
6:29 pm

Waiting for a pepperoni pizza.

Cathedral City
California,
United States
6:34 pm

Today is A Day with HIV. I spent it advocating for people with two of my favorite orgs at the Positively Aging Conference AND

Denver
Colorado,
United States
6:35 pm

Doing my evening farm chores. I’m a mom to seven kids; a wife, a friend, an advocate, and an ally for people living with

Philadelphia
Pennsylvania,
United States
7:15 pm

Mothering???

San Juan
Puerto Rico,
Puerto Rico
7:57 pm

Post-workout selfie. I haven’t been to the gym in over six months; I’ll probably be sore and aching tomorrow, but tonight that smile is

Long Beach
California,
United States
8:14 pm

“A Place To Dream Awake” ©

Wilton Manors
Florida,
United States
8:43 pm

After working this afternoon and eating dinner, just taking time at home is perfect.

Manila
National Capital Region,
Philippines
10:25 pm

In a country where cases continue to rise, most of us try to live a normal life. It is hard to find work where

Mbale
Eastern Region,
Uganda
6:13 am

As a young person living with HIV, I advocate for HIV prevention measures, U=U, elimination of mother to child transmission, stigma among adolescents and

Barrie
Ontario,
Canada
7:30 am

Today, like most days, started with a workout in my garage gym. Today, like every day for the past 3,137 days has been #adaywithhiv.

Minneapolis
Minnesota,
United States
7:32 am

I’m spending #adaywithHIV at the airport. When I was diagnosed in 2016 I never imagined that fateful day would lead to traveling to Amsterdam

Bogota
Colombia
9:03 am

My speech at a forum for candidates who are running to Bogota’s mayor. I lead the impulse committee of Fast Track Cities, a strategy

Lima
Lima,
Perú
9:16 am

When I made the decision to cross three countries to build my life elsewhere five years ago, I didn’t imagine I would be here

Philadelphia
Pennsylvania,
United States
9:30 am

Attending ADAP Advocacy Association’s Fireside Chat.

Plymouth, Devon
England,
United Kingdom
10:26 am
10:26 am

I embrace life walking with our beloved border collie Harvey! Living with HIV for 37 years, half my life; I’m now 72. When I

London
United Kingdom
12:30 pm
12:30 pm

This Doctor Who fan is eagerly awaiting the new trailer that is airing this Saturday evening.

London
England,
United Kingdom
12:40 pm

Enjoying the autumnal sunshine in my 32nd year of living with #HIV. Happy to be visible for long-term survivors and HIV-positive women who may

Amsterdam
The Netherlands
2:43 pm

Exploring Amsterdam by bicycle because living with HIV won’t stop me from exploring and enjoying life!

Las Vegas
Nevada,
United States
7:40 pm

On my way to see Kelly Clarkson perform!

Bekasi
Jawa Barat,
Indonesia
9:23 am

Positive information and a support network are always necessary to end stigma. Life is beautiful; enjoy it because everyone has the same HIV status—positive,

New York
New York,
United States
10:45 am

When seeing a sex symbol reminds you that you’re sexy and resilient. A Rose for a Rose.

Tirana
Albania,
Albania
9:35 am

This picture is a part of my routine day, where I try to provide information in the Albanian language about HIV/AIDS. General information about

Pornic
France
12:42 pm

Al(h)ive for almost 12 years Free and happy Shameless #Sérofierté #vihvant #vihsible

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