9 Myths About HIV and AIDS
Today, December 1st, is World AIDS Day. A month ago, one of my friends tested positive for HIV. The news hit him like a ton of bricks. When he told me, he thought his life was over. As I tried to reassure him, I realized that I would also be terrified if I were in his position. And not for any specific reason—just because I knew so little about the disease and had so many doubts. Doubts lead to fear; fear leads to anger… you get the idea. ...