May 2013
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My HIV Journey as a Malaysian Boy (featuring...
Hello everyone, I’m back with another story for the It Gets Better Project! After being very involved in the previous General Elections of Malaysia, I have come to realise that since, Malaysia, our former sibling, shares a similar culture & patois (even family, for some of us) with us Singaporeans, we can easily relate to their trials & tribulations.
I’ve decided to also help...
Anonymous asked: Hi Sir, First, thanks for this interactive means of doing an advocacy. Some of my curious questions remain 'personal' and almost intimate questions. Since I am currently working on coping mechanisms for PLHIV, how would you describe your present support system? What were the significant changes after being diagnosed positive in terms of this system? I would want a longer conversations....
“That individual who boldly and courageously asserts the will to love in the...”
– Attributed to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá (via lgbtbahai)
April 2013
10 posts
Anonymous asked: Hi, I'm actually a female university student who has done some research on the Infectious Diseases Act and Part IV which has to do with control of transmission in Singapore. Knowing that HIV is also a notifiable disease, I would like to know just how invasive is the contact tracing process by MOH?
kwongheng asked: I would like to comment on the recent poster who identify himself as actively bisexual. First of all, the risk of getting HIV depends on the viral load of the person. Secondly, it depends on whether you are the top or the bottom person when in unsafe sex position. Top person have a lower risk of infection, in fact I would say most of the risk if for the bottom. Also I would really recommend that...
kwongheng asked: Hi there, I am not positive but my current partner and I would just like to take this to talk about my own situation so as to share it with others out there. However, I think the tumblr feed is a little short and I cannot format my writing properly. How I can send you a longer text?
Anonymous asked: every heard of anyone tested hiv +sive during cmpb check up? do you know if they check for hiv during the check up before enlistment
Anonymous asked: Hey POZboySG, Been POZ for 2 years now, I'm wondering where to get in touch with other poz through forums or chatrooms. Any suggestion?
Anonymous asked: What do you recommend recently diagnosed HIV + people to take what supplements or any general health tips since they wont start HAART treatment until your cd4 drops below cd4. I heard selenium is quite effective ?
Anonymous asked: Hi there. You are truly an inspiration. I fear being tested so much. Let me tell you my story. Maybe your words can sooth my irrational and stupid mind. I am an active bisexual, and I have a steady GF of 3 years. We are getting married soon. Before her, I had sex with a few guys.. not that many.. but all encounters were strictly with protection, except once. While I've never fallen ill...
Anonymous asked: Hi POZboySG, I hoped that you can help me answer my questions. I am currently 42 & recently i got genital warts. The clinic doctor advised me to go for HIV tests. I don't dare to face the tests. 1) Should i go to Bangkok Hospital(which one) or Singapore Disease Centre for HIV tests? 2) If positive, will Singapore government notified your family or employer? 3) If positive, should i get...
uarelikemyeverything asked: Hey, I'm down and I don't know who to turn to...
February 2013
3 posts
Anonymous asked: I've learnt quite a handful of things about HIV/STDs from you and I thank you for your effort in educating people on the issues of HIV/STDs. I've a question that I wanted to ask you. You see, my boyfriend had said that he wanted to try bareback with me. As I know that it's always better to use a condom when having sex but I'm not sure if I wanted to risk it. Although both of...
Anonymous asked: Did you have to break the news of your status to your previous sex partners (protected or otherwise)? How did you do it and how did it go? (thanks for answering my last 2 questions, it helps a lot to have support)
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"I thought it could never happen to me" - GC's...
GC is a 32 year old Singaporean male who has been living with HIV for the last three years, having been diagnosed positive for HIV aged 29. He is born and bred in Singapore and works in a local institution in medical research. I am honoured to tell you GC’s story, after discovering through my email and Twitter DM correspondence, that he had been my fellow HIV support groupmate all those...
January 2013
5 posts
Anonymous asked: I don't follow your blog very closely but I don't recall you saying this. My counselor at DSC clinic said that two HIV positive persons should still use protection due to the possibility of producing a new strain (which he cited evidence of such in US). Heard of that before? And how do you meet other HIV positive people? I saw the dating site you posted before but I have doubts about its...
Anonymous asked: What do you think about Singapore's Infectious Disease Act? Do you think a positive person should tell the other person about his status even though he's taking full precautions?
therainbowfactor asked: Hey, I’m a lesbian from Singapore writing bi-weekly posts on LGBTQ-related matters, and aim to offer perspective, advice and answers. Check it out!
The Rainbow Factor: Introduction →
therainbowfactor:
First off, a bit of myself and why I am doing this.
Growing up, I never had access to appropriate and much needed guidance or resources to navigate my emotions. There are no Pride parades in my country, no LGBTQ centers, no GSA (Gay-Straight Alliances), hardly any (read no) MENTION of legalizing…
The Rainbow Factor: Should you come out? →
therainbowfactor:
Hey all, how was your first week of 2013? Mine was stuffed with rainbow goodness. Always a good sign, if you ask me :)
Today’s post will be on whether you should come out of the closet. Personally, I think too little has been said on this topic. Too often, many skip over this crucial step.
…
December 2012
6 posts
Anonymous asked: Have you ever thought about getting married with your partner? And maybe raising kids together?
Anonymous asked: Hi! is it an offence to get std when your in NS and does it harm your future if you get tested positive? like University and work..
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Get it right people
hivpositivgirl:
People, you need to learn how you can and can not get HIV.
You can get it ONLY from bodily fluids, meaning through birth, sex, or needles.
You CAN NOT get it from talking, hugging, kissing, etc. a HIV positive person. If that were the case, I’m sure everyone would have HIV.
Crazy how so many people know about how to contract it, yet they still make jokes and take precautions...
Anonymous asked: Hello, I am an educator and I like the picture you took of your daily medications. Would you grant permission for me to use the picture in classes when discussing HIV? Thanks!
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An Update on Ben's Experiences Getting HIV...
As promised a week or so ago, this is now a follow up of Ben’s experience being a Singaporean seeking treatment for his newly-diagnosed HIV in Bangkok’s Bumrungrad Hospital and the Thai Red Cross AIDS Clinic (You can click on the previous blogpost HERE). Good news abound thus far, I will now let Ben tell you his experience in his own words.
Hi again Friends,
So 3 months from...
November 2012
14 posts
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Juan's Story: Feature Story featuring my friend,...
‘Juan’ is a friend I’ve made being on Twitter so far (1.5 years and counting!). He has trusted me to help share his lifestory with all of you. If you’re on Twitter, you might like to visit his tweets and send him messages of encouragement! The story below has been composed solely by ‘Juan’. Do read so you may understand.
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Living with HIV: A little bit about me.. →
hivpositivgirl:
Hey everyone!
So I’m 17 year old girl living with HIV. I was born with it so I didn’t really have a choice of having it or not. My mom didn’t find out I had it until I was 2 years old (or when my sister was born - and my sister was lucky to not get it because they can prevent HIV being…
Anonymous asked: I think what you're doing is really amazing! And really admire your positivity (no pun intended) towards this situation! :)
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"It Gets Better" - Tell me YOUR Story! :)
Hello everyone, as you all know, I am currently doing a personal project which will focus on the HIV/AIDS issue in Singapore. My focus will be on HIV positive men and women living in Singapore and I want to tell your story (of course it shall be anonymous) through my blogposts here.
With the rise of Social Media, be they Formspring, Twitter, or here on Tumblr, I feel that its a very good platform...
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Ben's Letter - Seeking HIV Treatment in Bangkok
Today, I will be sharing you a letter a fellow HIV+ Singaporean has composed for his friends, and all of us to read, about his experiences as a newly diagnosed PLHIV (Person Living with HIV). I shall name him Ben. He has chosen to seek treatment for his HIV overseas, in Bangkok’s Bumrungrad Hospital, Thailand. I have to agree the lower costs of treatment and the anonymity Bumrungrad provides...
Anonymous asked: Hey there. really admire that you are taking things very positively. May I ask whether do u still have sex? and whether finding dates are more difficult? No offenses as I really do not know much about this. Also, when you go out with friends, I know HIV is not transferable through saliva, but there is a small chance that both of u might have a cut in the mouth, hence do u all still share utensils...
Anonymous asked: Can you get hiv through oral sex?
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Anonymous asked: Yesterday, my friend said that gays aren't legal in SG but lesbians are because of the declining birth rate. Personally, I thought it was bullshit, but he defended his point by stating that section 377A only applies to "any male person", and that the number of females in Singapore outweighs the males. Therefore, the government bans gay activities because if the men in SG are gay, it...
Anonymous asked: Hello, saw your article on fridae. I am so glad you are doing this. I found out about my hiv+ status 2 years ago and the dating scene is pretty harsh! The correct information needs to me told. Keep it up!
October 2012
6 posts
Anonymous asked: Hello, if I passed my CMPB blood test as well as donated blood without any any issues, is it safe to assume that i'm negative? I've not had any risky sexual behaviour for over 6 months prior to the first test. Thanks in advance if you answer my question! :)
