HIV and growing old

Scott Jordan was diagnosed with HIV in 1984 - the same year the virus was identified as the cause of Aids.
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Like other long-term survivors, he saw many of his HIV-positive friends die before effective treatment became available in the mid-1990s.
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Jordan now faces health complications from his medication's side effects and aging. He also worries that young people, who account for approximately 1 in every 4 new HIV infections in the United States, are less aware of the problems the illness can cause.
'I'm trying not to make HIV my whole life, and it's very challenging. But I'm making some headway,' Jordan told the Guardian's Ana Terra Athayde and Dominic Rushe.
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[@steveng-my6zk]

In 1984 my first partner was the first AIDS case in Arizona. On my 21st birthday on December 1984 my western blot test came back positive. My doctor told me that I might have 1-2 years left. Telling a 21 year old man he only has 1-2 years left is a terrible thing to do. I am now 62. All of my friends died in the 1980’s. I was afraid to make new friends, as I believed they would die as well. But I am still here.

[@PrincipledUncertainty]

Too many young people are taking risks because they think that you can just pop some pills and be OK. This is important info.

[@dcjohnson2490]

Principled Uncertainty They don't take into account the sky high cost, side effects of the medications, making sure that your body can adapt to the medication and not have an allergic reaction, making sure your insurance covers the cost for medications and many other factors. Moral of the story is protect yourself, know your status get tested regularly.

[@theilliad4298]

What about everything else everybody gets? You don't see droves of people coming down on people with cancer or diabetes or heart disease. The stigmas are so disgusting.

[@cc3184]

It's not coming down on people. It's keeping young people aware that HIV prevention is still very important. I was a young straight female teen in the 80's when HIV/AIDS was all over the media. Safe sex was a huge topic at the time. It's not as much now. STDs are on the rise because of this. There need be no value judgments about peoples sexual behaviour but it does a dangerous disservice for people to not be told that HIV and its treatment can still lead to serious health consequences.

[@waivn4usad]

chauncy primm the stigma is bad, but HIV is very easy to prevent...with just condom usage.

[@smithhenrie1464]

hiv is very easy to prevent, stay away from drug and gay sex and anal sex.

[@ryanblack9897]

I relate in many ways. I was 19 when diagnosed and 35 now. Also just diagnosed with cancer. I wonder if I'll ever find a partner or if I'll just die alone. I battle severe depression.

[@kcyhel270]

Ryan Black I will love you forever

[@trueheart6283]

Ryan Black pls dont be sad and just listen it. Its free and no harm i trying.

[@MizzMelan]

Don't lose hope honey....you will find someone who loves you for you

[@tjinaaslifejourney5277]

Ryan Black

[@adrienneandcarlie]

Hiya Ryan. I'm not hiv positive but could use a friend still. Gimme a holler sometime

[@TryHardSoviet]

I feel great sorrow for this man. I wish him the very best in the rest of his life.

[@luvsilly60]

The most important message today. Yes you can live but living with HIV it’s a tough life. Our youth act like AIDS is over.

[@justinamusyoka4986]

I resonate.I can never wish Hiv even to my enemies.

[@sydneewright6244]

Because it is, it is disgusting. A disgusting disease that destroys your immune system and nobody freaking wants it.

[@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.]

Yeah i messed up and was able to go on PEP for one month....i hope i never forget what will happen if i do not stay in track...

[@curtisneilson5829]

I'm a Troll most of the time but I would never joke about this matter I'm happy for anyone who can prolong their lives

[@NAT-turners-Revenge]

Thank you for contributing absolutely nothing troll 😀

[@whitesongs73]

Thank you for being very respectful. Peace to you and may you have longevity

[@tupikahielos4758]

IT's not fun and games when one pops dirty tho!!

[@XxxX-wx3er]

My first thought was the mgtow community should watch this.. thinking life is great on your own.

[@chrisbennett2005]

HIV is definitely horrible, but I am happy he has someone. 😐

[@kellykdhlqs]

I don’t have hiv or aids but I have been watching alot of KZbin and people’s stories. My life has been full of bumps been a single mum of two kids with two dad. This kind of video has given me the courage to get strong and snap out of my situation. I am looking into joining any organizations that assist people with aids hiv and cancer. I have been sad reading about hiv aids in the last couple of days. I keep thinking this could have been me . I pray one day there will be a cure and soon❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@kellykdhlqs]

@Belltown Daisy I live in Dublin ireland 🇮🇪 I’m not American

[@justinamusyoka4986]

Thank you for sharing. Wish anyone reading the comments and Hiv positive ,a very fulfilling life.For those without the virus ,please take care.

[@Thedjsmokeybear]

Stay strong, you got this my friend

[@call2872]

The man is a looker when he was young. It's unfortunate that others like him have to face uphill battle against HIV. Strong-willed men like him are commendable though, to battle the disease and depression, and not giving up. He's a fighter. Wish the best for him & his spouse.

[@mikhailacarpenter3542]

Calvin Loo yes he was definitely a looker! Sucks for me that all the hot guys seem to be gay. I’m amazed that this man is still alive knowing at least half the Studio 54 staff are dead from this awful disease. I heard the statistic that less than 1% of people from this era are still alive. Hope he stays strong for himself and his husband...

[@Conssumed]

Yikes…

[@canyoudigit5058]

My very best wishes to Mark Erson and Scott Jordan. Good health and happiness.

[@BlueEyesBrittany]

I am glad medication has helped you survive all those years but i am so glad that you are telling people to live careful and responsible life so as not to get it or contaminate other people despite the fact that there are good treatment. So many people want to live, no matter what the consequences for others and it is about time we support being responsible in what we do and how it affects us and others. That goes for everyone and in all fields.

[@AlexisMaria]

If anyone in NYC needs someone to talk to or a friend, I am here! So much culture my city has and this is a big part of our history...so so so sad how many lives were lost, I speak to some older people and they'd tell me back in the day theyd have to pick which friend's funeral to attend really heartbreaking :( this was hard to watch. You never know what anyone is going through!

[@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.]

the only guys that survived were the few that had natural immunity ......less then 1 percent.....those guys should play the power ball....

[@lifeisastruggle5517]

far too many young people today are taking risks because they think that you can just pop ONE pill a day and be OK. This is very very important info.

[@tankritkiddo8137]

Jerry Herman is the oldest person living with HIV at age 87. HIV treatment works.

[@serahythera5826]

To just say it loud about your condition,that is just courage on another level.acceptance is key. If your not infected your definitely affected.

[@bobbyreilly6250]

Thank you for sharing your story Cody! Its been very helpful. God Bless you man!

[@abdulrahimtwahir7142]

You'll be fine my brother.Stay strong.

[@florenceluggar394]

My dear hear

[@lifesjourney9801]

Eversince watching Bohemian Rhapsody movie, and the story of Freddie Mercury as an aids patient, Ive been researching and becoming more aware of this disease. If in the past, I was just adamant and doesnt really care about the issue of HIV/AIDS because its not in my life or with anyone I know, but these days its different. My heart is full of compassion and empathy for the people who have this terrible illness.. Praying for everyone affected by this disease.

[@HerbChao14xs]

I was just thinking about that scene too when Freddie leaves the hospital and he sees the other guy sick sitting on the bench.

[@MrLetmein2011]

I've lived with HIV for 31 years, I was diagnosed in 1987. I've also has a hip replacement due to Avascular necrosis . We long term survivors in the UK are being targeted by a government policy of "streamlining" welfare, so that we are "accessed every 18 months or so.After surviving 31 years I live in fear of being forced into a minimum wage job (thats supposing I get one which is doubtful) and becoming very ill again as a result. There doesn't seem to be any journalist or public person with the balls to stand up for us.

[@haitang2045]

Love you

[@hoggarththewisesmeagol8362]

Taking 13 pills a day for the rest of your life is no joke. Imagine if there was another depression or a war then you might not be a way to get meds. Imagine having your life in the hands of an insurance company. Not to mention the side effects

[@tatum635]

10 years ago when this was filmed the medications etc were much different. now you can take 1 pill with way less side effects as he had. he got it in the 80s so his experience wont be the same as people that catch it TODAY.

[@anujpandey2525]

Keep it up sir..and god must always give you strength..I know u are strong and kind deep within you. May god bless u.

[@berniecasey7592]

I hope your Alive and well today -I send you Love and Well Wishes.

[@isaacfitzpatrick8160]

Thanks for your video I'm a 56 year old black man and I've been diagnosed ever since 1982 on my 20th birthday and I just want to say I'm glad you're still alive I'm glad that you doing

[@EMKAU]

Isaac Fitzpatrick how r u doing now? Did you get complications? I am in my 5 years now

[@jtgtravelguy300]

Diagnosed in 1989 at age 24. It could have been as early as 1985 since I was in a monogamous relationship with my infecter at the time. Thanks for your story. I'm 53 now and still alive. Bless your soul, my brother.

[@EMKAU]

JTG Travel guy thats good to hear. All i am praying for us is to have a cure for hiv aids. You make me guys feel stronger than ever knowing u r doing great

[@jiequidlat170]

@@jtgtravelguy300 are you taking an arv? Im afraid that i might have liver ir kidney failure by having it as a maintenance.

[@jiequidlat170]

Are you taking the arv pill sir? Im kinda afraid to have it as a maintainance cause i read that taking it might gives us hiv+ a kidney or liver failure.

[@defkake]

this is an interesting perspective

[@markjones1184]

Thank you for sharing...wow this should be shown to the under 30 years of age generation, especially

[@lukeyas78rtw]

I can relate to this man's story so much. I was topless bartender in a men's bar when I was 24. Being top of your game in your 20's, having guys throw themselves at you, then get HIV, get older, and then you are invisible. Or even seen by other as ugly, which is in my case. Sad but true and that is just the reality.

[@call2872]

Studio of Jay Jay HIV+ is not the end. I believe you can still live a fulfilling life like the couple featured in the video. Don't let it tear you down, the disease may have compromise your immune system, but don't let it rob your happiness. Some people may give up, but you are still here. Look at it the other way, you are a fighter. Quitting isn't you.

[@poohcanplay123]

Wow

[@virginiahall4030]

I'm sorry !

[@abd12459]

Being ugly whether you're young or not makes you feel invisible in the eyes of people .. :-(

[@benlostit7586]

I'm the opposite of you jay Jay. I'm a straight guy with hiv... I'm completely invisible to any girls.. dating is not easy.. most assume your a closet gay or your lying because your not interested in them.. I am going to marry my surfboard this year 😅😅😅

[@Joe-xf7nr]

Medicine have come along since the first outbreak. even though it can repress the virus for a long time. the long term side effects of the medicine is something to worry about. i am glad Scott found true love to care for him Wish both the best

[@lgbtqequality360]

Heartbreaking video

[@mandia469]

It's understandable he's been depressed but the fact that he made it this far and still looks good, has a significant other, why cry. It's been 30 yrs! Your still alive, your not deathly ill and someone cares about you!

[@Cody1621]

It’s all the meds that he’s taking that’s messing up his mind, yes it’s keeping him alive but at the same time he’s suffering from the side effects!

[@adamk1619]

Wish you a long life man :-)))

[@bdp7888]

U have come a very long way my friend, you have my respect. Don't worry, God is there watching you. You will sail through this swiftly.

[@CastroNRH]

It's good to read messages like yours. Other comments in this section are so hateful and bigoted when talking about God.

[@manolapix]

A Cure needs to be found already.

[@zolorodriguez5711]

cure is do what god says and stop being thots and whoremongers (man whores) and get married. god said marriage is honorable unto all a bed undefiled

[@elmobolan4274]

Why, it's profitable....sickness is a money maker, so is the funeral service...

[@sabah4123]

Abstinence from sexually immorality & irrresponsibility etc. 🙇🏽‍♀️🇦🇺 what u reap u sow!

[@reychop]

Zolo Rodriguez not really. Marriage is not a guarantee of monogamy. Abstinence is not fool proof because you can also get HIV through the blood.

[@seanchaney3086]

Well, we know how HIV got here....and with that lifestyle on the rise, you're begging for it to be a greater issue again...

[@rubydawn1]

thank you for sharing just going for a walk is great

[@ramilnagiso6887]

taking meds or not were still to die, no things live forever, just go on, make life wonderful and happier !!

[@beyoncethequeen_563]

It is unbelievable that he is still alive.

[@patrycksilva6735]

I know a 31 year old friend that just got married to none HIV, there is hope. The key, DON'T feel unworthy! Pray to God. Make sure you have the rest of the package to offer. Stay in shape, be good, financial stable, be positive. Women arevlooking for someone to make em happy and I'm sure you have it in you. The girl he found was at church. Your a great guy, things happen. He actually had a few girls willing to take him. You just have to be optimistic and trust God.

[@user-xy4ff5yp7b]

What a lovely couple. Wishing them the best for the future

[@user-xy4ff5yp7b]

Linda smith Couple as in 2 people dedicating their lives to each other. Worldwide, most people with HIV are heterosexuals. Same sex marriage is permitted in many countries across the Globe.

[@user-xy4ff5yp7b]

branded a beast and? What’s your point? All marginalised groups have higher rates of HIV.

[@hammadnadeem4052]

Future?? You sound like they are gonna have some children and become his father/mother. LOL

[@dancechica]

How many of those are the actual HIV meds?

[@josselynnajarro726]

Just don't be having sex with random people... Partying drugs sex.... What else can be the result of this type of lifestyle... Just no... A pill can never bring back you're health. Just no

[@cory4682]

Yes,it can.

[@filipecaco]

Don't give up !

[@phyllismckinnon6254]

You have helped me

[@joekain761]

God be with you

[@Written_in_the_Starss]

The worst part is society will judge you.

[@claytondefreitas9521]

Hang in there ...my prayers

[@romanmekonnen3400]

Paster and he is Gay? Lord of mercy

[@celinemaria5711]

Exactly wat am thinking.its absurd

[@phreshkitty3916]

😂😂 I scrolled through the comments to see if I'm the only one who saw that

[@getrudeobbayi]

I had to rewind to see if I heard right. I’ve officially given up.

[@TheMsYanti]

Wow, I just noticed

[@wamnicho]

Church has been subverted

[@andriesmaila4566]

I was diagnosed of hiv 2009 i was 24 or 25 and i am now 35. It happened that i developed hearing loss which doctors fail to trace the cause. And in a military it is difficult for me to do some duties bcz of my reclassification and duty resolutions. It pains me to see new recruits joins and pass me and get more opportunities such as studying abroad and able to do some work. I am posted as an entrance controller and a guard on daily basis. It is extremely hard.

[@simonjumbe178]

Andries Maila try homeopathic remedy very helpful for side effect of conventional meds

[@iransoldier1647]

Respect from a soldier to another...you are a symbol of bravness...we proud of heros like you.

[@NAT-turners-Revenge]

😀 i love these stories

[@Richard-kh3dm]

You are very lucky that you have somebody in your life

[@Polex12345]

It shall be well.....

[@tricialau3875]

He's one handsome lad when he was young!

[@jjthomas2297]

A gay Pastor..How cliche'

[@thegrelber4600]

Oh, grow up ... Jesus was gay. (I know this is not directed at your comment ... just saying.)

[@superdoobo]

Certainly not a Christian pastor.

[@getrudeobbayi]

superdoobo must be Halloween.

[@jhiesnowal8284]

Feel so sad he got this Hiv😪

[@seanchaney3086]

HIV moved through the LGBTQA Community quickly. At that time, people were only living 1-3 years if that.....He's fortunate to be live today, but it's a virus that will catch up with you later in life, if not in the beginning. Your life style is critical to your long term health.

[@earthman0x]

He is adorable. I wish I could take care of him.

[@Charlotte74347]

Thanks for sharing your story.....some of the symptoms you have are normal for aging without HIV...you must have an awful loneliness even with a husband

[@chritopherherrera2349]

God bless you. You are brave and bless.

[@benbenpotato]

Is that Morrissey in the thumbnail lol

[@CastroNRH]

Why some people are so full of hate and bigotry towards gays especially when they put God in their statements? I really wonder why

[@OscarLopez-et7qf]

Watching this in 2024. I hope he's doing ok

[@diggingdarling6256]

This is very interesting. Most be shown to those most at risk. It is not easy even if you live past 10 years!

[@diggingdarling6256]

I am going to look for a longer documentary about this subject now!

[@ren09rn]

I didn't know Matthew Santoro is in this video!

[@lepanhman]

At least he’s still alive ,medicated way of life but he’s Alive & looks fine .We all get worse with age but at l wet this man is still alive when his friends from the 80’s are not

[@fatumanurr9812]

May God help yu🙏🏻Long time surviver of Hiv..will pray for you neva kill urself God loves you🙏🏻

[@ayjay4400]

Are the newer medications safer? Will someone having started with the newer medications have the same outcome???

[@karmullahansari304]

The person who is alive can live up to the years tell me sir

[@worldview730]

I share your pain my friend , i too suffer from hiv & i'm 60 and i can identify with a lot of your pain but you are way more burden with it than me, in terms of the amount of pills you take & the progression of your health, so i can be grateful for my situation & feel for you as a person who struggles with his life, no matter what you did to aquire this dreaded disease, no one should ridicule you for this, you have suffered & paid your for your past. So i wish you gods grace & mercy in your daily life

[@justinamusyoka4986]

Hope you are still kicking.bless you.

[@jjsjjs93]

I wonder if these people that were diagnosed early on and are still around are long term non-progressors

[@isaacfitzpatrick8160]

My biggest problem is that I have a buffalo hump in the back of my neck and that hurts

[@montecristo252]

Isaac Fitzpatrick Mate try and get yourself some Human growth hormone as that will remove that problem for you.. Lipodystrophy is horrible, but human growth hormone is the cure to a normal looking body again.. along with testosterone as your also a man I see. If you can’t afford hGH then try peptides like GHRP2 and CJC

[@yoursnaki4773]

Isaac Fitzpatrick is that also caused by hiv drugs?

[@heinuchung8680]

Yours Naki sadly lipodystrohy is caused by hiv medications even newer generations.

[@seand67]

So sad

[@OliveOilFan]

Is he still alive?

[@winuelbx]

This is sad. Can't he change his medication?

[@floracastello6773]

cq ho sentito ke hanno trovato un farmaco ke uccide questo virus, è vero

[@jacquelinebtoccigailhelena5184]

I got tested again no hiv I don't sleep around!

[@allisonivey3252]

Awe he have my favorite big dog

[@Crogatho]

For some reason you really sound similar to David Draiman. The singer of the heavy metal band Disturbed

[@t.m7999]

A busboy at Studio 54? I know he had the time of his life

[@DreBrian]

This interview was so depressing....

[@mitchiesamson4001]

Agghhh i just wish that freddie still alive

[@thelonenoob2489]

By god's grace I got a job , a women who will love me despite my dark side .I pray you guys will be ok as well friends !

[@floracastello6773]

ma sono tutti in inglese in italiano non si può vederli?

[@catherinekathini2909]

Keep the fire burning I tested positive when was 15 now am 31 am doing OK

[@gabrielbecker3532]

I just found out I'm negative 😆

[@aidanpayan6919]

Ugh I just want to have care free sec but of course STDs coming in here messing everything up

[@NIRVANAmat]

this guy is awesome, theres alot of love in him and kindness i can tell :) if you see this man, hold in there you're doing an amazing job brother! as for the pills i'm no medical expert but there has to be some sort of natural treatment, atleast for some of these symptoms like high blood pressure. It would be great i'd imagine even just bumping a few of these pills down

[@markjones1184]

You're lucky to have a carrying spouse. My mom dad loved each other and I want a spouse, I've realized

[@victoriampundu6395]

Am here to help you enjoy the world 🥰❤️

[@lifechoices6643]

Since AIDS has no cure,I humbly suggest an unorthodox remedy-the spirituality of Nichiren Buddhism,whose practice has been known to contribute to either cure or great improvement in some patients' conditions.Thanks.

[@christiansantiago330]

Anyone knows if he's still alive?

[@abd12459]

Same question

[@montecristo252]

Christ Berjamin he will be.. there’s no reason for him to have passed away, he’s undetectable on ARVs, same as millions in every country..

[@scotscub76]

His severe depression is more of a threat than his HIV is.

[@scottjordan2115]

I am. Im doing very well.

[@bladebrown4341]

@@scottjordan2115 How are you today? Thanks for your story.

[@jacquelinelarsen1721]

Do they skip over the part in the bible that says homosexuality is an abomination?

[@gabrielbecker3532]

I'm happy

[@jacklinenzilani2347]

sorry dear

[@chrtofiros]

I have a friend who got hiv on his 28, 3 years ago. Will he have the same problems when older? I think there are some new drugs which are supposed to have less side effects but I don't know what will happen when he will be older..

[@tatum635]

10 years ago when this was filmed the medications etc were much different. now you can take 1 pill with way less side effects as he had. he got it in the 80s so his experience wont be the same as people that catch it TODAY.

[@fjradi_]

damnnn his young pic

[@bora3.14]

I am sure there is a cure , med companies should bring that to people soon. Stop making money out of misery of someone.

[@ignazs.5816]

He was quite handsome.

[@carb10]

I know right. He was very handsome

[@samaale7381]

fajar adi He still looks hot just a bit heavy maybe

[@xlartanislx]

he was a looker!

[@lawnharris8577]

I wonder if he got fresh blood would he feel better? The way society is and not having a lot of money I would have just give up. HIV to me is already a death sentence

[@MariaMaria-wv1sy]

What pills did he swallow, really 300 pills and expect to keep them down in his stomach without not long after vomiting some of those pills up. Would he have had some bone deterriation had he not contracted the HIV Virus or had treatment for that 'antiviral medications' in old age anyway in his life time? Would he had faulty bones as he got older anyway had he not contracted the HIV VIRUS? Anyhow, he is sick and there really is no cure for THE HIV Virus or not many people get access to real curative medicines, or bone marrow cures form HIV Cancer patients. It is said that one HIV PATIENT was cured after he received a bone marrow treatment because he had a cancer and required treatment for that. (Something to do with ' CCT cells ' found in some Causcasion people, has been reported/ holds the key to that one case cure.) Anyhow, Cancer treatment such as Cemoththreapy Medical Treatment for people with the HIV virus, its seems is not possible, as doesn't Cemothreapy treatment further reduces the Immune System and in HIV patients that infection/virus disease vigeriously attacks the Immune System. Taking Antiviral pills and Medicinesm for HIV is not a Cure for that Virus, THE MEDICINES only alliviate the symptoms of the HIV Virus however do not cure the Virus or get rid of that the HIV VIRUS. People whom spread that message are lieing, as they do to say that pregnant mothersmbabiesnarnt born with that, and that it is not spread orally or by having sex other than anally or vaginally. Why dont HIV patients, some of them have not only symptoms of Thrush in their mouths and Throats? When a person has flu, doesn't that affect the whole body, throat, mouth, nose, eyes, lungs, breathing , cause lagergthy meaning, tiredness in a persons body?

[@Repostcontentz]

I feel afraid after watching this video

[@mordakie3805]

aww they are a cute couple

[@emiid625]

OMG! Am 23 years old and positive. I believed everything will be ok until I saw this video. Now am scared

[@benlostit7586]

Don't worry . Just be healthy as you can be.. it's not as bad as what the comments are saying

[@franco91207]

Emii D don’t be scared my friend. Please drink very good probiotics. To help your gut. Vitaminas B12. Magnesio. Black seed oil. , every day.

[@scottjordan2115]

I'm on new meds. They work great. Fear not.

[@RADIUMGLASS]

1.1 million people might someday be quarantined.

[@joshua50101]

Mmm due to coronavirus

[@Annjenkins806]

Promiscuity will cause a lot suffering that most people do not realize they go through. Everyone is different!!