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Thanks to U=U, HIV-positive people can live long, happy, healthy lives

Just diagnosed with HIV? We have answers to your most commonly-asked questions, including what it means to be "undetectable."

Two right-wing Supreme Court justices signal they may uphold access to PrEP and more

The conservative justices showed support in protecting access to free preventative care services, including STI testing, HIV prevention, and contraception.

Paris Olympics will give out 300,000 condoms to athletes, continuing long-held tradition

300,000 condoms will be available in the Paris Olympic Village, returning to tradition after the IOC issued an intimacy ban and social distancing orders for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Court rules to keep PrEP coverage under Obamacare

A lower court had ruled that requiring PrEP coverage was akin to supporting homosexuality and, therefore, a violation of religious rights. However, advocates are concerned about further legal challenges that may appear.

Why are mpox cases in the U.S. on the rise again?

Experts point to a lag in vaccination rates in addition to other looming new threats.

Queer men aren't the only ones affected by recent syphilis spike

Maternal syphilis rates in the U.S. have tripled in recent years, CDC report shows, raising infection risk for infants.

Government steps in to stop ongoing syphilis spike

As cases continue to surge in the U.S., recent federal efforts aim to tackle the alarming trend.

How the Black AIDS Institute continues to fill in the gaps

BAI was founded as a nonprofit in 1999 by pioneering activist Phill Wilson to mobilize and educate Black American communities about HIV/AIDS treatment and care.

Trump admin guts $258 million in funding for HIV vaccine research

“This is a terrible time to cut it off. We’re beginning to get close,” said Dennis Burton, an immunology professor at Scripps Research.

Twice-yearly injectable lenacapavir, an HIV-prevention drug, reduces risk by 96%

Gilead researchers say lenacapavir “has the potential to be one of the most impactful interventions” in the battle against HIV.

Biden officials urged syphilis, hepatitis & HIV tests on National HIV Testing Day

It’s called the "syndemic approach" and sexually active people should know about it, health officials say.

In honor of Juneteenth 2024, meet The Normal Anomaly

This Black, queer-led organization is addressing the intersectional challenges their communities face, including HIV.

The science behind U=U has been liberating people with HIV for years

A look back on how research and radical activism have worked together to harness the power of U=U.

Injectable HIV treatment, prevention: Everything you need to know

So much has changed when it comes to injectables — get some clarity here.

Rachel Levine fought HIV & STIs at HHS. Now she’s speaking out because that progress is being undone

The former assistant secretary for health is breaking her silence on the damage Trump's HHS is doing.

With a new case in Sweden, what is the new mpox outbreak and should you be concerned?

Things to know about the resurgence of mpox.

Everything you need to know about the new fungal infection impacting the LGBTQ+ community

A new case of sexually transmissible tinea has been reported in New York that can take months to clear up.

The government failed on mpox. Ritchie Torres's new bill addresses that

A new report highlights significant flaws in the federal handling of the mpox outbreak, emphasizing the need for a more unified response system to tackle future public health emergencies.

Is this the future of PrEP?

A new study found combining treatments could lead to an astounding reduction of HIV transmissions.

PrEP without a prescription now a reality in California

Governor Newsom signed a bill on Tuesday greatly increasing access to the preventative HIV medication.