Your HIV Resource Center for the Newly Diagnosed with HIV

This is your go-to guide for navigating life after a newly-diagnosed HIV status. It covers everything from understanding your diagnosis to managing treatment, addressing mental health, tackling stigma, and maintaining relationships.

How Much Is the Cost of HIV Testing? Find out where you can get tested for HIV in the Philippines without spending a lot of money. There are free testing options available at government health centers and organizations.

Social Security Disability Assistance for People Living with HIV (PLHIV) Looking for Social Security Disability Assistance for People Living with HIV (PLHIV)? Learn how to apply and what documents you need. Visit your nearest SSS office, secure your priority number, and...

Why Newly Diagnosed with HIV Should Start Antiretroviral Therapy Just Diagnosed with HIV? Understand why starting antiretroviral therapy (ARV) is crucial. From addressing fears and stigma to finding resources, this article guides you through your next steps towa...

Parenthood: Heterosexual Serodiscordant Couples with an HIV+ Partner on ARV Therapy Considering parenthood as a serodiscordant couple? Learn about the power of ARV therapy, PrEP, and careful planning to safely navigate this journey. Discover inspiring success stories and find supp...

Understanding the Risk from Eating Raw Foods and HIV Discover why raw foods like eggs, meats, sushi, oysters, and shellfish pose a greater risk for those newly diagnosed with HIV. Learn practical tips to reduce these risks while still enjoying your f...

A Conversation on HIV and Employment in the Philippines A conversational article discussing the challenges faced by young Filipinos with newly diagnosed HIV in finding jobs and the response of the Philippine government and health department to the HIV e...

Why Should You Stick With Condoms After an HIV Diagnosis? Navigating life after an HIV diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but there's no need to abandon safe sexual practices. Discover how condoms protect against other STIs, lower the risk of transmitting H...

Depression After an HIV Diagnosis: It’s Okay to Not Be Okay Explore your feelings after an HIV diagnosis and understand the signs of depression. It's okay to not be okay. Discover coping strategies and resources to help navigate your journey. You're not alo...

A Battle Plan Against Opportunistic Infections and HIV Equip yourself with knowledge to manage HIV and common Opportunistic Infections (OIs). Learn about Tuberculosis, Pneumocystis pneumonia, Toxoplasmosis, Cytomegalovirus, and Candidiasis, their sympt...

Navigating HIV Diagnosis as a Young Filipino A comprehensive guide for young Filipinos navigating an HIV diagnosis. Covers understanding HIV, dealing with stigma, seeking help and treatment, and living with HIV.