An old video of YouTuber Jacob Tierney goes viral again. The creator of 'Heated Rivalry' speaks openly about his HIV diagnosis. He discusses the stigma surrounding it.

The four-year-old clip receives lots of praise. Tierney does not avoid the topic honestly. He shares his life with HIV. He discusses the prejudices he faces. Experts say this openness helps reduce HIV stigma. Many people still have false ideas about the disease.

Tierney has a large reach on YouTube. By sharing his story, he raises awareness. This impacts younger generations especially. Experts emphasise that HIV is treatable today. Modern medicine lets people live normally. They cannot transmit the virus.

The video shows how important it is when famous people share experiences. This makes the topic discussable. It removes shame. For newly diagnosed people, this can help greatly.