chalkboy007:
I recently tested positive about a year ago and not doing well at all with my diagnosis as it ruined my career as a wildland firefighter. Any online support groups or local groups in Seattle? I am kind of scared for my mental health right now and just need someone to talk too.
numbersguy82:
--- Quote from: chalkboy007 on July 06, 2024, 02:07:31 pm ---I recently tested positive about a year ago and not doing well at all with my diagnosis as it ruined my career as a wildland firefighter. Any online support groups or local groups in Seattle? I am kind of scared for my mental health right now and just need someone to talk too.
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I’m sorry to hear about your struggles. Know that you aren’t alone. You’ve happened upon the very support network that guided me through my diagnosis back in 2010. We have a lot of wonderful members with an opinion or guidance on just about any related HIV concern/topic. I know, my two cents, the physical part was easier to manage than the emotional and mental toll the virus took on me. Hang in there and give this place a chance, we have social gatherings as well as support calls available when you are more active here.
chalkboy007:
Okay that sounds great, thank you for the response!
Jim Allen:
Hiya,
I'm sorry to hear about the recent diagnosis, have you started treatment yet and what are your labs?
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They let you go because of your HIV status? That sounds off as it should not be a disqualifying condition by itself I thought, we have firefighters and EMTs (EMS) staff living with HIV nowadays. What happened?
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What's the story?
I don't know about Seattle but we're here, you found us and you are not alone.
Hugs, Jim.
Tonny2:
ojo. Hello there, welcome to the forum. How about if youTell us more about you?. What medication are you taking?, What are your numbers? So we can get to know you a little bit… Like Jim said, did you lose your job because of your HIV status?. That seems illegal, I think. I’m sorry about you having mental issues because of your diagnosis, we are here for you, anytime.… Please keep us posted and again, we are here for you. You are not alone anymore.… I always wanted to visit Seattle having had the chance. Maybe you can invite me.… Hugs