CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 23 September) — In 2016, Raffy Ardemil’s journey to an HIV diagnosis began with something else entirely. “There is life after HIV, and HIV is a manageable health condition.”For many clients, starting ART early helps lower the viral load quickly. (Photo courtesy of Raffy Ardemil)While HIV remains to have no absolute cure, the healthcare workers emphasized that reaching out to HIV care facilities will help clients manage the virus to undetectable levels. Currently, there are 14 HIV treatment hubs across the region, including two private facilities. By 2017, she decided to disclose her HIV status publicly.