This article is part ofHealth Divide: HIV, a destination in our Health Divide series.
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Verywell Health: How do I stay mentally healthy with an HIV diagnosis?
Dr. Elopre: Unfortunately, were still living in a time when HIV can be a very traumaticdiagnosis.
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Most clinics, especially clinics that have Ryan White funding from theU.S.
The other thing you might do to stay mentally healthy is to empower and educate yourself about HIV.
HIV.gov.What is HIV stigma?
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease.10 Things to know about HIV suppression.
