“Daisy helped me so much when I told her I had HIV. When I was diagnosed I was stigmatised, I was laughed at, I lost my husband. It was very overwhelming. Daisy was a true friend. She supported me, she did not judge me. She helped me get back on track. Without her I wouldn’t be here today.” Anne, 50
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People living with HIV sometimes do not tell others about their status for fear they will be rejected, or lose their job or home. There is usually no need to tell employers, neighbours or teachers as there is no risk of transmitting HIV through day-to-day contact. It can also be difficult to tell friends, family and (potential) partners if you are HIV positive and this can make people living with HIV feel isolated.
Many people who have told others say they had a positive experience. If someone wants to disclose their status and is worried, they can get support from the National Sexual Health Helpline on 0800 567 123.
If someone tells you they have HIV be respectful, treat the information in confidence and do not tell others without their permission.
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