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

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

Fighting stigma and racism.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Big grin for all the pozzies. Yay!

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

Enjoying an HIV retreat with my brother in advocacy Tony

A day we honor, remember, and celebrate!

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

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

Loving the skin I’m in.

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

Food is Prevention.

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

Keeping traditions.

#healthfiresidechat #ADAPAdvocacy #seniorHIV

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cuz I’m grown and I like being outside!

Waiting for a pepperoni pizza.

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

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

Mothering???

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

“A Place To Dream Awake” ©

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

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

Living our best life. Unapologetically, Unconditional and Unwavering with HIV. “There Is Love after diagnosis!”

“There is Love after Diagnosis!” —Harold and Alecia McIntyre

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

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.

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

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

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

Attending ADAP Advocacy Association’s Fireside Chat.

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

Thankful for each and every day!

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

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

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

On my way to see Kelly Clarkson perform!

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,

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

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

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

Enjoying Sunday morning coffee with my friend, neighbour and fellow long-term survivor, Martin.

Listening to the radio and being creative have been two coping mechanisms since my diagnosis in 1991. Being visible for positive women and long-term

H.I.V.T.E.A.M.: Heroic. Inspirational. Voices. Together. Everyone. Achieves. More. On my way to work at my gold standard AIDS area service provider/agency, the San Antonio

¿Sabías que mantener una carga viral indetectable es una de las mejores cosas que puedes hacer para mantenerte saludable si tienes VIH? Recuerda que

I’m sitting on the patio, taking in the beauty of the surroundings that my Higher Power has provided me. I’m thinking about the 40+

HIV is an experience. We aren’t meant to let experiences define us. The purpose of experiences is to help reveal who we really are.

My day with HIV has been one of recuperating from surgery I had on Friday. Living with HIV/AIDS has been challenging these past 40+

A day for everyone to see that meds work and we are survivors.

Eleven years ago, when I was first diagnosed with advanced HIV, the doctors told me owning a cat might not be possible. Fast forward

I’m sipping on a chai tea on this beautiful fall Sunday!

I tested positive for HIV and received an AIDS diagnosis in 1988. In 2018, I was diagnosed with amyleoid leukemia and needed a stem

Continuing traditions…

I want to be real in this photo. Of everyone taking pictures looking good, I decided to take a picture that normalises living with

Hope lives here! We wear our bracelets in memory of the friends and family we’ve lost to HIV/AIDS (and comorbidities, depression, suicide and overdoses)

Taking the stage to raise money for the City of Fountain Sisters.

I’m balancing the Wonder Wheel— just as I balance my healthcare living with HIV 32 years.

Today I volunteered to strike a stage at a theater that focuses on shows that explore social, political and cultural issues of our time.

40 years+ in January 2025.

Preparing to be a deacon during worship at the historic Westminster UCC in Spokane. Sending prayers of gratitude to God for all of the

Grumpy Santa recording auditions for holiday ads; 42 years, 18 days of being a ho-ho-host for the virus.

Self-care can be something as simple as just getting out of the house and buying yourself a treat.

After a tough week I spent my day with HIV exercising radical rest. It’s so important for people of color thriving with HIV and

My day with HIV was as I’d like every Sunday. Laundry and general tidying after sleeping-in a bit, alternating between music and news and

Sundays are for Stonewall Sports Kickball, where building community is integral to my thriving as a long-term survivor of HIV.

Another year with this man—James, on my left. Eighteen years together, our fifth wedding anniversary is today! Fifty-fifth Belly Button Birthday today! Twenty-five years

Just me at the Boulder County AIDS Project House. BCAP is the most recent AIDS service organization (ASO) to support me in my successful

Servin’ coffee to my man Mike, but he would rather take my pic.

Walking through downtown Baltimore while attending a public health conference. Grateful for this extended life and 33 years of survival!

The current status of “A Day With HIV” is a challenge within itself! It seems no matter what state you live in, there are

When I am feeling down or just simply need a hug, my best friend Akon is there to save the day!

Just ran into Billy Porter during the Eagle NYC Sunday Beer Blast!

I’ve been reflecting a lot lately regarding the political climate and how my vote greatly impacts a collective vote that sways medical care and

Bradford McIntyre, 72, HIV/AIDS advocate, living with HIV 40 years, at home… keepin’ on keepin on’. Founder PositivelyPositive.ca, designed to create HIV/AIDS awareness.

Según los CDC, el 70% de los nuevos diagnósticos de VIH para el 2022 en los Estados Unidos, Puerto Rico y otros territorios fueron

Enjoying time with friends because community matters whether you live with HIV or not, but especially if you live with HIV. Take care of

Ms. U=U of Detroit.