Living with HIV
| Why good nutrition matters | Talkabout story | Kevin Pyle speaks to nutritionist Louise Houtzager about the benefits of good nutrition and reveals some practical tips to help you eat well. | 24 Feb 2010 |
| A healthy change | Talkabout story | Robbie knew something had to change. Since starting his HIV medicines, he had gained weight around his stomach and it was starting to affect his health. He had high blood pressure and his self-confidence plummeted. He decided it was time to lose weight and take control of his health. | 24 Feb 2010 |
| Living on the roller coaster | Talkabout story | Adrian always felt he was living a secret double life – juggling a dual diagnosis of HIV and mental illness with a professional career. With treatment and support, he has learned how to take control of both conditions and live a meaningful life. | 22 Feb 2010 |
| Living with HIV & HCV | Talkabout story | Malcolm shares his experience of searching for the right treatments and how talking openly with his healthcare team helped him take control of his health. | 22 Feb 2010 |
| Mardi Gras memories | Talkabout story | Ross recalls the long history of Mardi Gras parade and party, and its reflection of our response to HIV in Australia. | 22 Feb 2010 |
| In another language | Talkabout story | José left his native Peru for a new life in Australia. Here, he shares his story of being diagnosed with HIV in his new country and the support and confidence he found in the Genesis workshop. | 22 Feb 2010 |
| Should auld acquaintance be forgot | Talkabout story | It’s as traditional as having a big party on NYE, singing “Auld Lang Syne” out of key and kissing someone you will probably regret in the morning – yes, it’s the new year’s resolution. Greg Page dons his party hat and party blower to ring out the old and ring in the new! | 21 Dec 2009 |
| Volunteering their story | Talkabout story | Mike O’Keeffe, 56, diagnosed HIV-positive in 1995, met Gus Beadie, 48, a recent import from Glasgow, through the Community Support Network (CSN). It soon became apparent that they had many similarities and common interests. Both come from rich life experiences and a strong bond developed. They shared their story with Saysana Sirimanotham. | 21 Dec 2009 |
| Our journey continues | Talkabout story | The Karumah Positive Live-In Workshop was recently held at Pacific Palms. This weekend allowed people with HIV and their carers to get away for some fun social activities and educational workshops. Here, two attendees share their personal experiences of this invaluable rural retreat. | 21 Dec 2009 |
| Preparing for the holidays | Talkabout story | The holidays are a great time to relax, recharge and catch up with friends and family, but they can also be a period of stress and anxiety. Kevin Pyle speaks to clinical psychologist Valerie Rendle about how to get through the holidays. | 20 Dec 2009 |