HIV is a virus that causes damage to the immune system. Since the 1980s, HIV stigmas have led to increased prejudice and discrimination against people living with this condition.
Even decades later, harmful myths surrounding HIV continue to create stigmas that can affect all aspects of life for people living with HIV. Education on the facts and statistics around HIV is one of the most important ways we can fight back against the misconceptions.
In this article, we will explore the negative impact that HIV stigmas can have, as well as what we can do to change the conversation and advocate for people around us living with HIV.
