How do I cope with Stigma and Discriminaton?
• Know that you did nothing wrong and that you have a chronic disease you can live with. • Learn about HIV/AIDS so you can explain to others • Positively stay healthy and positive so that you can contribute something to your community. R. What should I eat to stay healthy? Good nutrition is critical for a person living with HIV or AIDS. Nutritious food will help you stay healthy and strenghten your body’s protective system to fight infections. Eat food from each group of food below: • Protein/body building food: Meat, fish, beans e.t.c • Vitamins and Minerals: Fruits and vegetables • Carbohydrate/Energy giving foods: Rice, sugar, bread e.t.c. S. Can I have sex when I am HIV+? People living with HIV can still enjoy their sex life. But it is important to use a condom for sex. T. What are Anti- retrovirals? Anti- retroviral druge are treatment for HIV/AIDS. They do not cure AIDS. They prevent the onset of AIDS. They have to be taken everyday at regular intervals for the rest of the person
