You may be feeling shocked, scared or frightened right now; however being HIV positive is no longer a death sentence in the developed world. People from all walks of life are living with HIV and many people enjoy full and active lives.

There are many services and specially trained people working at AIDS Councils and People Living with HIV (PLHIV) organisations in every state and territory who can provide advice, support and further information.

If you would like more information or want to know more about services in your area for people recently diagnosed with HIV, or if you would like a printed copy of the resource, please approach your local AIDS Council or PLHIV Organisation.

If you are the partner, family member or friend of someone who has just been diagnosed, check out our page for Partners, family and friends.

Next Steps is a resource for people recently diagnosed with HIV. It covers a range of issues including treatments and monitoring, transmitting and preventing HIV, safe sex, relationships, sexually transmitted infections, your rights, women's issues, looking after your health and the stages of adapting after diagnosis. It is easy to read, and includes real-life stories from people who have been diagnosed with HIV.

Download the pdf of this resource and check out our resources page for other publications that might be useful.