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By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com Guide to AIDS / HIV since 1999

The Role of Religion and Spirituality When Living with HIV

Friday May 16, 2008
Receiving a diagnosis of HIV is a very difficult time, and for some people, the emotional aspects of HIV are as difficult as the physical aspects. Why? While the physical problems can be treated with medicine, the emotional impact has no easy solutions. For answers, some turn to their family, others talk to doctors or mental health professional. Sadly, some also turn to drugs or alcohol. But, for many people, support mainly comes from their spirituality and religion. Learn more....

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June 3, 2008 at 11:44 am
(1) Hannah Zimmerman says:

Here in Kansas City, black ministers have come together to finally address the AIDS epidemic. Check it out here.

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