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Name: Deb Clark
Birth Date: June 4, 1948
Title: Sharday
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
I wish we had a better day, we are at war today and I hope not tomorrow. I have HIV, diabetes, plus cellulitis and
abscesses – but the abscesses are clearing. Today I started going to therapy so that soon I will be able to walk
out of here. It feels great to be getting better. I have been in here for 3 years. I am ready to start walking. I take on
day at a time.
African American - New York, NY
ID: ST-NYZ-DE-0208
Name: N. H.
Birth Date: December 25, 1966
Title: Nanny
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
I’ve been positive since 1998 and I’m still here to tell my story. I appreciate everything this agency has done for
me. At first I was scared, thought my family would reject me – had no one to talk to. Yet they treat me no
differently than before I told them I had the virus. I’m blessed with a supportive family. I am not afraid any longer
because I am not alone in this… Thank you for listening.
Hispanic - New York City
ID: ST-NYZ-NH-0204
Name: F.E.A.
Birth Date: January 18, 1952
Title: Ola
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
HIV is a virus that says you must take your medicines every day – because if you don’t you will die.
I feel that taking them every day can be a hassle but it is necessary. It keeps me looking and feeling my very best
with the disease. I feel like the woman I am today.
African-American New York, NY
ID: ST-NYZ-FE-0205
Name: Velma Sumbeling
Birth Date: January 29, 1957
Title: Robin
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
At first it was hard for me to deal with my illness but in the past two years my health has improved and I am on my
way to living my life independently.
African American - New York, NY
ID: ST-NYZ-VE-0206
Name: J.P.G.
Birth Date: March 29, 1955
Title: "Sexy Momma"
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
My name is Sexy Momma. Because I walk the streets. And get money. I feel so bad. Because now I have HIV.
I am going to be good from now on. I take my meds everyday.
African-American - Westchester, NY
ID: ST-NYZ-JP-0207
Name: T.B.J.
Birth Date: April 15, 1967
Title: T-Bird
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
What the hell am I doing here? I am in a wheelchair and I want to get out!I want to walk. I used to walk. I don’t like
the wheelchair because I feel very confined. What the hell am I doing here??
African American - New York City
ID: ST-NYZ-TB-0210
Name: L.P.
Birth Date: August 21, 1955
Title: Sonia
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
Being that I am living with the virus I feel very happy that I am healthy because they take great care of me here at
the nursing home. At times I become angry being in this situation yet I must survive and with faith I face each day.
I thank each and every staff member at the nursing home for their patience and attentiveness in taking care of
me.
Hispanic - New York City
ID: ST-NYZ-LP-0209
Name: Unknown
Birth Date: September 3, 1960
Title: Tiffany
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
Because of the mental state of this artist she was unable to express her own feelings about living with HIV/AIDS.
She simply said “Hello.”
African American - New York City
ID: ST-NYZ-UN-0211
Name: Deborah
Birth Date: October 9, 1956
Title: "Untitled"
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
This virus is trapped in my body, it will not go away. The doctor says, "You are undetected."
But I am still infected! So I am confused. And all balled up.
African American - Mt. Vernon, NY
ID: ST-NYZ-DE-0211
Name: Unknown
Birth Date: Unknown
Title: Cindy
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
I am a mom with a little girl named Miracle and we are living with AIDS/HIV.
I sometimes want to give up on life but my baby gives me hope, strength and courage.
I am strong and we will go on a long time. I learned that regardless of our problems, we
Are human and we are somebody!
Caucasian - New York City
ID: ST-NYZ-UN-0212
NEW YORK
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