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Staying healthy

Staying healthy can be as easy as eating right, getting enough exercise and avoiding drugs, alcohol and cigarette smoke.

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Healthy eating

Having a healthy, balanced diet is important for everyone, whether you're living with HIV or not. Read more about Healthy eating
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Recreational drugs and HIV

Recreational drugs can interact dangerously with HIV medication.  Read more about Recreational drugs and HIV
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Alcohol and smoking

Alcohol and smoking can cause problems with some HIV treatment, as well as having a negative effect on your overall health. Read more about Alcohol and smoking
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People living with HIV can and should keep fit in the same way as someone not living with the virus. Read more about Exercise

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