A powerful story of men and women who raged against disease and apathy to save their own lives, HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE provides a never-before-seen look at the battles waged by HIV/AIDS activist groups like ACT UP and TAG that stopped AIDS from becoming a death sentence. A classic tale of empowerment and activism that has since inspired movements for change in everything from breast cancer research to Occupy Wall Street. Their story stands as a powerful inspiration to future generations, a road map, and a call to arms. This is how you change the world.