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Mr. Gay World's Plus cover story: behind the scenes

On Advocate Channel's new program, Cover to Cover, Stephen Walker speaks to pageant winner/health advocate Troy Michael Smith.

Diets that mimic fasting reverse aging: study

Recent research finds that periodic fasting-like diets can reduce a person's risk of disease and biological age.

Check out our spring 'Wellness Issue' — promise it'll make you feel better!

Plus magazine's March/April issue is full of good vibes and great advice for living your best life possible, regardless of your HIV status.

Plus Jan/Feb issue: Celebrating Black male beauty, talking mental health, & more

In this special issue, we focus on the beauty and resilience of the Black community — and Mr. Gay World shares a message about mental wellness.

Mr. Gay World wants to make sure you're OK

Troy Michael Smith has survived some dark places, and has now made it his mission to help other gay and bi men find healing.

2023 Treatment Guide: Is it Time to Change Your HIV Regimen?

Updating your HIV treatment could open up a whole new world. Here are 10 reasons to consider switching things up.

2023 Treatment Guide: HIV Drug Classes

Learn about how the different HIV drug classes control the virus in distinct ways.

Las Vegas Man Spreads Awareness with Story of Life-Saving Liver Transplant

In honor of Men's Health Week, Angelo Reyes, a dad living with hep B, shares his story in hopes of inspiring others to take their health more seriously.

FDA Approves Vaccine for Common Respiratory Virus

It's a big win for the elderly population most susceptible to this specific virus.

Join This Year’s #CheekyChallenge and Post a Butt Pic to Save Lives

This year’s Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month encourages you to share your booty pics to spread awareness.

Plus153 March-April 2023: The Wellness Issue

In this special issue of Plus, we talk about the importance of taking care of your body as well as healing and caring for your mental and emotional health.

Felice Marano is Spreading His Message of Love Around the World

Our cover star, a wellness and yoga expert and world traveler, is focused on bringing humanity and love into HIV activism.

VIDEO: How Do HIV Activists Balance Their Own Mental Health & Wellness?

Yoga, wellness, and HIV advocate Felice Marano opens up about activism burnout and more.

Mobile App Aims to Help Black Smokers Living With HIV

The initiative received a $1.3 million grant for the research.

This Holiday Season, Focus on Do's Instead of Don'ts

How about approaching the holidays with an open mind, open to possibilities and joy? Here's how to move from "I hope I don't" to "I hope I do."  

Putting the Sex Back Into Safer Sex Campaigns

The Pleasure Project's 15 years of research has proven that sexy safe sex campaigns are far more effective. Now it's time the rest of us catch up.

Making Peace With Being Single During Lonely Times

With so many diseases in the news, dating feels fraught these days. Here's how one man turned the hunt for love and sex inward.

Mental Health Crisis Line 988 Now Available

The new 988 line is a lifesaving leap forward for mental health. Get familiar with it and pass it along!

HIV Advocate Tony Morrison Talks Mental Health on New Web Series

This week on Truth Be Told, Tony has an honest chat with fitness expert Kendall Toole about mental health.

Whether You're on Good or Bad Terms with Your Folks, Acceptance is Key

Good thoughts and memories about your parents or not so good? Read Dr. Gary's tips on coming to acceptance.