by Mark S. King | Aug 26, 2015 | Living with HIV/AIDS, My Fabulous Disease, News
When Alana Oldham was only 17 years old, she found out the meaning of activism. A close friend had received an AIDS diagnosis and he wasn’t expected to live very long. Alana wanted to take action — to make a difference and vent her grief and frustration —...
by Mark S. King | Aug 18, 2015 | Gay Life, Living with HIV/AIDS, My Fabulous Disease, News
Any campaign that blends living with HIV with a sense of empowerment and joy always grabs my attention. Stigma remains one of the most damaging forces in our struggle to both combat new infections and support those of us with the virus. Australian Nic Holas 33,...
by Mark S. King | Jul 7, 2015 | Book Review, Family and Friends, Living with HIV/AIDS, My Fabulous Disease, News
“We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?’ Actually, who are you not to be?” — Marianne Williamson The first time I met Amy Ferris, several years ago, she cupped my jawline in her hands and gave me a kiss full on the lips....
by Mark S. King | Jun 29, 2015 | Gay Life, Living with HIV/AIDS, Meth and Recovery, My Fabulous Disease, Prevention and Policy
Sometimes it’s helpful to get back to basics, and there is no more basic, effective tool to fight the HIV epidemic than to encourage testing. How long has it been for you, my friend? Here are five important facts about HIV testing that I hope will convince you...
by Mark S. King | Jun 25, 2015 | Living with HIV/AIDS, My Fabulous Disease, News, Prevention and Policy
(I was proud to join four fellow activists contributing to this story, which originally appeared on the site HIV Equal. If you have ever wondered what all the fuss is about — or think the conflicts activists have with AIDS Healthcare Foundation are just industry...