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When I go to the doctor or dentist and fill out the intake form, do I have to disclose my HIV status?
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What should I do if a potential employer or my current employer directly asks me if I have HIV?

You may want to ask how HIV status is relevant to the ability to do the job.

How much sleep do I need every night?

Poor sleep is associated with a number of health problems. Find out more, including how much sleep to aim for.

Which laws protect my HIV status from public disclosure?

There are three main sources of protection for HIV-related information.

To whom should I disclose my HIV-positive status?

This is a deeply personal decision that individuals must make for themselves.

My hepatitis C antibody test was positive, but my viral load test was negative. What does that mean?

One way to think about it is to compare the antibody test to a photograph.

My doctor recommended a treatment clinical trial. How do I decide if this is a good option for me?

Find out about all the known risks, benefits, rights and responsibilities.

My doctor wants me to start HIV medications, will I still be able to work out?

A commitment to fitness helps insure overall health.

I’ve read in health magazines that I can “walk my belly off in four weeks.” Is that possible?

Beware of advertisements that sound too good to be true.

Is there anything I can do to prevent hunching over as I age?

Start by standing or sitting as tall and straight as possible.

Is it OK to work out two days in a row?

Cardiovascular conditioning can be performed on consecutive days.

How can I feel strong again if I can’t get to a gym?

There are a lot of exercises you can perform with bodyweight alone.

Why didn’t I lose weight when I cut all of the fat from my diet?

There may be several reasons.

My trainer said that I am not eating enough and that’s why I can’t lose weight. Is that possible?

The idea of eating less and working out more can be flawed.

I purchased a Fitbit, but it stresses me out because I never hit 10,000 steps. What can I do?

There are ways to help make this technology work for you.

Yoga looks like a waste of time. What am I missing?

The quieting meditative environment and deep breathing can help improve health.

I am afraid exercise will reinjure my knee. What do you suggest?

If you know how you injured it avoid that activity, at least initially.
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