Madalena is a very young woman. She was diagnosed with HIV in August of 2023 at the age of 21 years old. In this episode, she shares her personal journey of living with HIV, discussing her diagnosis, the impact on her life, and the importance of advocacy and awareness. She emphasizes the need for open conversations about HIV, the support from family and friends, and the challenges of managing health and relationships. Madalena also highlights the significance of mental health and therapy in her journey, as well as her aspirations for community involvement and education. Madalena is a Tik Tokker and frequent user of social media platforms, where she openly shares her HIV status and promotes awareness and prevention.
Follow Madalena's story on Instagram @mis.u.understood and TikTok @Mis.u.understood11.
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This podcast is brought to you by the Los Angeles Family AIDS Network
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