"Untitled"

DeborahMt. Vernon, NY

The story

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.

About this doll

Represents: HIV/AIDS
Heritage: African American
Birth date: October 9, 1956
Diagnosis: Unknown

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Stitches

These dolls, created by women with HIV/AIDS, show that the disease is one with multiple layers that each woman must peel away in order to live a positive life.

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