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Plus154 May-June: All About U=U

In this issue, we celebrate allies like reality star Greg Mathis Jr. and seven years of the U=U movement that continues to change lives.

Greg Mathis Jr. Is Using His Reality Star Platform to End HIV Stigma

The breakout star of Mathis Family Matters breaks down the importance of education and using your voice to fight for health resources.

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.

What to Know About 2023's HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day

The second annual event aims to decriminalize HIV entirely.

Rev. Steve Pieters is a Symbol of Hope for a New Generation

The famous activist reflects on the AIDS epidemic, the mpox outbreak, and his journey to faith. 

Actress Lexi Underwood Says Young People Can Help Fight HIV

The (RED) ambassador reflects on her life-changing trip to Tanzania and says her activism is just beginning.

Meet the 2022-2023 Pedro Zamora Scholars

Gilead is helping support the latest group of young people who continue to carry the torch for the late HIV activist.

How These Young, HIV-Positive Gay Men Found Each Other

"Being with other queer HIV-positive people is a liberating experience that allows a release of anxiety around status."

New Film Shows How Dionne Warwick Took on AIDS Crisis and Racism

The CNN documentary "Don't Make Me Over" looks back on the legendary entertainer's life and career.

Plus 152 Jan/Feb 2023: African American Issue w/ Sheryl Lee Ralph

In our first issue of the new year, we celebrate the Black community and its amazing contributions to the fight against HIV. 

Drag Race UK's Cheddar Gorgeous Auctions Iconic ACT UP Look for Charity

The runner-up of Drag Race UK season 4 is donating her legendary runway look for a great cause.

How This Black Gay Millennial Helped Bring U=U to the White House

At 28, our Person of the Year, Deondre Moore, has already made enormous impact in the fight against HIV. And he's just getting started. 

That One Time Freddie Mercury and Princess Di (in Drag) Went to a Gay Bar

25 years after we lost her, we fondly remember a funny and endearing story about the late princess and trailblazing HIV activist.

HIV Heroes Speak on Depression and Isolation Felt by HIV Community

Deondre Moore and Jade Elektra are fighting against HIV stigma with love and music.

This N.C. Food Bank Is a Community Lifeline for People Living With HIV

Long-term volunteers are helping long-term survivors stave off food insecurity.

Legendary HIV Activist and Artist Hunter Reynolds Has Died

We celebrate his legacy and fearless fight against homophobia and HIV.

HIV Hero: The AIDS/LifeCycler with Legs of Steel and a Heart of Gold

“I see this as a way to take care of my community — a community who, for a long time, have been either marginalized or forgotten.”

HIV Hero: One of South Africa's Leading HIV Activists

Dukashe knows the work to battle HIV ignorance is still ongoing in South Africa, but she’s committed to the fight.

HIV Hero: Dr. Phanuphak Diagnosed Thailand's First Cases of HIV

"Stigma has improved somewhat but there is still a lot [of it] in Thailand. For example, many people with HIV are denied employment".

HIV Heroes: New Series Recognizes HIV Advocates Across the Globe

Helping to eliminate stigma, modernize laws, and counter misinformation, especially during COVID-19.