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My life until now

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout

Photographer Albert Winn presented a paper on his work at the ‘Drawing the Line Against AIDS’ conference, which explored the past, present and future of AIDS art, AIDS activism and AIDS prevention, and the connections between them. Kathy Triffitt caught up with him in Sydney.

The ABCs of HIV

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout • By Kevin Pyle

Artist John Douglas’ recent work, ‘The ABCs of HIV’, exploring life with HIV in the antiretroviral age is sure to provoke some strong reactions. He speaks to Talkabout about his motivation and the early responses to the piece.

Tags: HIV and art

popular cul+ure

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout • By Greg Page

Greg Page examines how the world of music, movies and more has reacted to and reflected the ‘AIDS epidemic’ over the years and the HIV+ aftermath.

Tags: Art and HIV

A lingering legacy

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout • By Kevin Pyle

The Australian AIDS Memorial Quilt is a heart-warming legacy honouring those we lost in early days of HIV and a large collection of panels now have a permanent home at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum.

Tags: AIDS quilt, Art and HIV

On life, health, illness and options

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout

Naturopath Peter de Ruyter shares his experience of taking time off to heal and explains how finding a purpose helped him to keep striving, despite what was happening in his life.

Tags: Living with HIV, Naturopathy, Return to work

Ankali means friend

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout • By John William Jones

The Ankali project offers more than just social support. For Mark and Carlyn, it led to a close and supportive relationship and they shared their story with John William Jones.

Tags: Ankali, Peer support and friendship

Northern Rivers reflections

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout • By The men of the Northern Rivers retreat

The Northern Rivers Gay Men with HIV Retreat allows gay men from regional NSW and south-east Queensland a chance to chill out in a healthy, supportive, educational environment with other gay men living with HIV. A number of guys shared their personal experiences with Talkabout.

Tags: Rural life and HIV; HIV

HIV services @ Positive Central

From the Jun-Jul 2010 issue of Talkabout

Positive Central's dietitian and physiotherapist work with and educate PLHIV on how to live well. Here, they share a few facts and some information on how to access their services.

Tags: Diet and nutrition, HIV services, Physiotherapy