There Are Reasons To Smile

Posted by Pozziepinoy on 9:25 PM

You got tested. The result came out and it is positive. Your entire body got numb. Your head became heavy. Your eyes started to swell.

 It is normal for you to have those reactions. Of course it is a shocker when you find out that you have an incurable disease like HIV. Your mind becomes blank and fear will envelop your entire being.

However bad it may seem, it is really not the end of the world. A path has been paved by those who had previously walked on it. The journey may be obscure at first but with the help of others who had been there, who had experienced what you are about to experience, you will find out that later, that it is easy when you start focusing on the things that you need to do and by taking the right steps towards good health.

 Let me tell you something. There are a lot more reasons to smile about even though you have HIV.

 Smile because unlike before that it is a death sentence when somebody gets diagnosed with HIV, nowadays, it is just like having diagnosed with diabetes or hypertension. As long as you are following all the doctors orders and you are taking care of your health, you are in the right path to being healthy again.

 Smile because there is treatment. Even though there is no cure yet, medications called ARV's can tame down the virus which will help your immune system to rebound fast. What is great about it is that treatment is FREE in the Philippines courtesy of PhilHealth and the Global Fund.

 Smile because we have experienced HIV doctors and health workers who can give good advices and who can partner with you with your health.

 Smile because in our country, you are free to work in any field as you are protected by the law. This means that even though you have HIV you can still fulfil your dreams.

 Smile because there are a lot of people who have the same virus as you have and who are still enjoying life to the fullest and are living for years now. They are the living proof that HIV can be fought as long as you take care of our health and your body.

 Smile because there is a big community of people who are willing to help you to your new journey to good health.

 Smile because there is a big library and information about HIV now. All you have to do is to do your research and you can be empowered automatically.

 There are reasons to smile. All you have to do is to brush the dirt off your feet, stand up and start staying positive. The key to success in dealing with HIV is belief. Belief that you will get well. Belief that your doctors will help you. Belief that the medicines can improve your immune system. Belief that despite having HIV you will live a fruitful and productive life.


"WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER.
NO PLHIV is alone with his or her struggle with HIV!"

-Pozziepinoy-


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