Living well with HIV

What does living well with HIV look like to you?

‘Living well with HIV’ is unique to every individual.

Whether its achieving physical, mental or social wellbeing, each aspect will represent something different to everyone.

You may also face distinct challenges to accomplishing these goals. However, in collaboration with your healthcare professional, you can build treatment plans that consider your individual needs.

These resources provide education and information about the different aspects of life with HIV, helping you to plan a life living well with HIV.

Why mental health support in HIV matters

Hear from Mario Cascio, advocate and person living with HIV as he delves into how HIV impacts mental health and the associated stigma and the strategies for effective mental health support.

Find the PROMs Mario mentioned and other helpful resources on our Moving Fourth page.

'Health Goals for Me' framework

Using this framework, developed by the Moving Fourth steering committee, can help you and your healthcare professional build a care plan that is tailored to your individual quality of life needs and goals

Then and now

Listen to two people as they talk about their experience of living with HIV and the harmful stigma that is often associated with it.

We'll hear perspectives from different generations and ultimately look at what can be done to end HIV-related stigma.

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