I was diagnosed last summer. I relate to your story so much. Thank you so much for helping us. I don't want to type a long cliche message but just know that you are really helping people and you are appreciated sooooo much.

You have saved people from suicide and anguish and pain that leads to suicide and drug use and overdosing.

Living with HIV is an ongoing process that I am only five years into. Although I have been undetectable for four years now and am probably healthier than I have ever been in my life. The first few months out of the hospital were my darkest days for sure. I felt like a walking time bomb full of filth and disease. Scared to death I would accidentally give somebody HIV. So many days I thought about taking a walk and putting a bullet into my head just to get out of this nightmare and rid my family of my problems. Thankfully I never went through with it. The beginning SHOCK was probably the worse part. My advise to anybody who has recently tested positive would be to build a support system consisting of family and possibly a very close friend or two and learn as much about HIV as you can. Educate yourself about everything and anything about HIV/AIDS. Getting and staying healthy is key to owning this disease. Even though it might seem hopeless, It is not the end of your life just because you tested +.

you help people every day jenn never stop!!!

You are amazing Jennifer! Stay strong and keep on advocating!

You have a very "real" delivery with your stories weather it be your HIV videos or the Chris Watts. You have a gift. Keep doing what you are doing. Thank you for sharing. Your brave:)

You're amazing. I find you so refreshing. I don't have HIV but I enjoy watching your videos for education on it, and just for your continuous positivity. Keep doing what you're doing. You're helping so many people. You are truly a God send. :)

Jennifer you are incredible and inspirational! I stumbled upon this today. I’m so glad I did. Amazing woman.

Your story showed up in my recommended a month ago...your positivity about everything is so amazing!

Wow ! Honestly, the 17minutes you spoke delivered more insight and education on HIV than I had collected within my entire lifetime. Your personable demeanour and picture image of vitality and health amplifies an already powerful message . Thank you for the courage and fortitude to put yourself out there and share your revelation of what I perceive as a triumph. Undoubtably you are reaching people in need with your powerful life changing message. Inspiring, admirable , living example that life is what we make of it. In Australia high school during the 90's our HIV/AIDS education was basically a documentary titled Suzy's Story and a couple of grim reaper commercials. Other than that they taught us to practice safe sex or face the reaper... Today if High schools were to show your 17min clip I'm certain in 20years from now the impact would still be remembered , just like Suzy's Story, only I much prefer your positive candid approach . Thank you ❤️🇦🇺😎

That was a truly brave and informative video that is sorely needed - well done and keep well!

It's really heart warming to have you here share your experience, wisdom and solutions with us who once thought they were alone in this. Thanks Jennifer.

Was really interesting to hear you talk about the shock period and I connected with so much but am so happy we are both proof of what HIV is all about in 2019. Talk soon xoxo

Great video and inspirational story... Stay strong, positive n blessed!

Happy New Year Jennifer ! That was a great vlog x

One of my best friend is HIV she is amazing her story how u think you doing right her husband gave it to her long story 4 years she just did nothing though she was going to die so why take her med then her Doc cruss her out so fast forward shes good now she 67 looks amazing she live her life to the fullest!!!

I cannot even imagine how that phone call felt for you. I know that I sound like a broken record, but oh well.. You're an amazing gal, period. And I thank you for sharing your life, story, knowledge, hope, and optimistic outlook.

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m glad you’re well. I’m sure you are saving lives.

I'll say it again....you are a bright light, helping lots of people.

Thks Jenny. Good to know all the knowledge of HIV through a real sufferer's testimony.

This is very similar to my own story. Thank you so much for sharing and being strong. We need to be!!!❤️💕

Amazing story. You are an inspiration.

Hope you had a great New Year! Another great video! Liked!

You are doing such amazing work. I am full of admiration for you. As a nurse, I worked with HIV+ children in the 1990s and worked also with the HIV Coordinator. I remember the fear, the sickness and the side effects of the medication, but mainly the fear. I moved away from this work and into the mental health field in 2002 and am now retired, so have not kept up with advances in HIV/AIDs treatment. You have educated me, for sure, although I would hope that I have never stigmatised the disease. I am so happy to know that you and others are living healthy, happy lives after diagnosis. I love your positivity and the hope and encouragement you are giving others.

You are in my prayers. You are so strong and brave. Thank you for sharing your story.

You are an absolute inspiration. Thank you for sharing very hard parts of your journey. You’re a beautiful woman, who is brave and your lust for life is incredible. Again, thank you for helping so many individuals who need the hope and love ❤️

I came across your video while looking at chemo videos on KZfaq . I had a friend that passed from leukemia about a year ago, so I occasionally look up symptoms. ....yeah strange. I just want to tell you that you're amazing strong and beautiful person. My prayers and positives are with you;) I wish you the best and your children. Also, what a guy that Eric!

J love you Jen. Keep the job going. Years ago I went through a periode after a high risk relationship. Shortly after I ran in ti the flu. I was sure I had cut it. Got tested and it was negative. You have taught me a lot. Thanks

She has this and is so upbeat about it and seem like she help other with it.there r still good people out there

I just tested positive on a rapid test. I am waiting for the results of an additional test. But I feel the same way you did. Like I know. I have been sick almost non stop for what feels like over two years. Thank you for posting these videos. They are making this time a lot less scary.

Thanks for another open sharing video 💕

u are amazing. Such a great person. ❤ from Canada 🇨🇦

You all are beautiful genuine souls ! We need more people like you, to spread positivity for those going through anything god has called me to be a counselor bless you all much love xoxo ♥️!

How can someone hit the dislike button you will be fine get educated on it

Jennifer-What an incredibly brave and honest video. Sharing the details of your diagnosis must be difficult, but I'd imagine it fills in the blanks for a lot of people. So many live with the notion of "what if". You are the example of the person who weathered the storm and came through the other side as strong as ever. My story is very different from yours in that I lived in fear for years. Perhaps sometime I'll drop you a message and tell you about it. I am in awe of you and Eric.....both such fine people. Keep up the great work.

Love what you're doing to educate people. One time, I received a letter in the mail from my health insurance. I had just re-enrolled a couple weeks before and the letter denied me for coverage because they said I was diagnosed for HIV. In fact, I had had an HIV test and the diagnostic code (I assume) was mixed up saying I was positive. That was one of the most nerve wracking days of my life. I went and got a blood test and a saliva 5 minute test (thank god for these clinics that serve the LGBT population and have these tests) and both ended up being negative. I was so distraught but it also taught me a lot. How quick things can change in just one second. It also made me really dislike insurance companies lol. It was Bluecross and I still have the letter.

Hi Jennifer love your show😀👍💗

You’re really awesome! I thank you for being open to talking about things. You’re like that KZfaq friend I feel like I’ve known for a long time. :) I’m not HIV+ but I like to soak up as much information as I can about diseases etc. Thanks for your videos, they help a lot! 😊

Great information!

Great vlog again

I got divorced from my ex husband in 2015.....after 30 yrs of marriage I had had enough of his cheating..... got my divorce and the first thing I did was to get checked for hiv and hepatitis. Thank goodness it was negative.....

I have stage 4 cancer. I’m 43 and I get anxiety wondering if people are on Facebook waiting to hear about my death! When I go into the public, you can see I’m bald and skinny. People do stare. I feel like a living dead woman walking. It’s horrible having something in your body knowing it’s out to try to kill you. Ty for sharing your personal story with us. It helps me knowing someone else also fears what people are thinking!

Can relate to finding this out hiv blindsided me i was certain i had everything but hiv didnt expect a positive outcome from the 30 second test and i wanted to run and run but im no forest gum im two months in and i thank you for this cause its reassuring cause im confused 🙏 🙏🙏🙏🙏 God send

keep inspiring my hero

God bless you! ❤️

You are beautiful and a beautiful minded woman!

Hi Jennifer, how is your cd4 now ? Has it increased a little bit ? Do you have skin or rash problem since you are in medication . You look very healthy

Thank God I have found your video's.

I love watching your videos because I had an Uncle that was diagnosed in the mid 90's. About 8-9yrs ago he got really down on himself & feeling completely alone. As a result he meticulously planned his suicide, even going to the extent of paying his bills, leaving money & a note to the family to pay for his cremation, bought a gun.....then one day, what seemed to us out of nowhere, he called the police & said there was a suicide in progress at his address, then hung up & shot himself at his picnic table outside. I wish there was something like KZfaq & places like your channel where he could have found some solace & hope & not felt so lonely. It's sad that he felt this was his only way out! Thank you for bringing awareness & hope to SO MANY people & letting people know there's nothing to be ashamed of!

Your words in my mouth....

TGIM. Just a suggestion for title for your Monday vlogs...

I think you for sharing your story

i thought i had hiv because i experienced some severe side affects after taking an antibiotic that are similar to early hiv symptoms. im happy to say ive been tested more than once in the past two moths and im negative! when i was experiencing theis symptoms i look at your videos for guidance and sopport , your videos have helped me educate , and de-stigmatize this virus. now i know im not hiv positive but i can be positive about hiv, so happy for what youve shown me your so beautiful btw. and thank youuuuuu

Stigmas for diseases really suck, sex is the most natural part of life. I worked around high concentrations of dry cleaning solvent for 10 years and it gave me lupus, along with serious symptoms I have a bad face rash and many small skin sores, I've also had 5 strokes related to my lupus so my speech is slurred and stuttered I know people look at me and think i'm a drug addict, one stroke I had in walmart, everyone ignored my requests for help because i could barely speak, finally a worker got me asprin but she hung over me telling me i had to go pay, she thought a was a crack head with slurred speech and sores all over me, not worth the potential loss of $3 asprin, not worth saving in anyones eyes that day Thanks for your video, it helps more than just HIV patients. Hope you can maintain a healthy life, you have a good attitude

Manic Monday’s 🤩🥳🤗

Hi Jennifer 🤗

I’m so sorry, I’ve got a virus from a sexual assault at 11. It’s so hard you’ll be ok, there is nothing wrong with you. A beautiful thriver. My mom was a nurse and in my opinion people don’t have to disclose to people they don’t want to disclose to.:) you are strong.

Wow how could 5 people not like these videos you do?? I love watching your videos!!!

You are such a beautiful, lovely lady. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍👍🌹💐💐💐💐💐🌹🌹🌹🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Thank you for this

Jennifer I have a great idea for name for your Monday Vlog. I used this formula to create the name. Content Type = "Vlog" + Content Day = "Monday". "Vlog" + "Monday" = "Vlog Monday". Why don't you call it "Monday Vlog"?

I need you help and thanks you for telling you story it helps me

Thanks share your story

Which test did they use for HIV at that stage? Was it the usual elisa? Can someone please reply.

Motivator👍

What do you have to say about self diagnosis based on KZfaq videos about symptoms

Did being HIV positive effect your work as a teacher?

Can you lose custody of your kids or can anyone your not sleeping gonna find out

What does the medication actually do to HIV? Will it prevent it from becoming aids or does it only slow the process??

Tyanks for your video

Hi jennifer how much was your hiv viral load when you was diagnosed

Its so sad to hear this did you get it from unprotected sex or a transfusion i wish you all the best

Hi Jennifer; you were depressed? And if you got depressed, how long it's take you to sleep well or finally accepted. Because right now, I feel like living in he'll every single day, I just don't want to stay awake like this. It's like unreality. Wait for response and I'm sorry for ask.

How much was your CD4 and virus load when you first was diagnosed?

How long did you have hiv before you got tested for it??

Nice vlog

I feel for you Jennifer.😭😭😭😭😭. These unfaithful men!!!😡😡😡😡😡. Anyway, happy 😊 that you taking your medication and you are living an almost normal life. 💐🌹🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Your such a blessing to a lot of people your an angel 👼

I had a hiv test at 11 weeks(day 77) and it was negative but I’m still feeling sick and have symptoms... I’m freaking out and can barely function. I’m so scared and need advice

I received a phone call as well

Also could you talk about u=u i want to know more about it.

"If we were animals, we wouldn't give a shit." I'm dead. 😂

❤️❤️❤️

I love your sweet kitty :3

I'm really afraid if I have it I will lose my kid, I just won custody rights. I'm the best father I can be every day, I don't know how to email or use KZfaq. please you are the only person keeping me in a good state of mind. bless you I'm going to get tested because if you but Knowing about my child will make be at Peace

When is the right time to get tested for hiv and how accurate is it ?

The thing that makes me so mad how your spouse u cant trust and I always said that because of men not being true to themselves if you in to that lifestyle that's fine but be honest

If u=u is untrabnsmittable then how are more ppl getting it?

Wait...what is prep?

Do you ever do a live

This could literally happen to any of us. Think about your early 20's having unprotected sex. Please dont judge because any of us could have easily contracted HIV

Hi

Name: Manic Monday Vlogs? Most everyone's Mondays are manic and hectic.

I had my blood drawn at 11am yesterday it’s 7:10pm the next day and I don’t know what to think. I’m assuming the lab would have sent a positive result ASAP to my doctor either yesterday or today but I guess I have to wait it out. So scared and anxious.

I thought they had to call you and tell you ASAP

What is there to hit the dislike button?foolish peoples....

I support what you are doing but please don't down play HIV. I would not wish it on my worst enemy. I've seen people with Full Blown Aids it was shocking and scarym

Jen, could you tell us how much time you estimate it took from the sexual encounter for you to be tested positive?