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HIV Disclosure and Consent: Was My Partner's Agency Violated?
A transfemme person had safe sex with an HIV-positive partner who had zero viral load.
Their partner now questions whether their agency was violated. A reader shared a personal story on Autostraddle. Their partner is a transfemme person. This person had sex with someone who is HIV positive. The HIV-positive person told the transfemme partner about her status before they had sex. She also shared that her viral load was undetectable. This means the virus is at a very low level in her body. The couple used safe sex practices during the encounter. This helped reduce any risk of transmission. Doctors and scientists agree that an undetectable viral load means the virus cannot be passed on. This…
Fighting Homophobia in Schools: Every Student Deserves Safety
Queer students across the United States still face homophobia and discrimination in schools every day. Schools must take clear action to…
HIV Prevention Drops Sharply After Trump Aid Cuts
The number of people receiving HIV prevention medication fell by 38% in one year. United Nations data from 62 countries shows the damage…
Trump Administration Removes LGBTQ+ Health Programs for Veterans
The US Department of Veterans Affairs is shutting down LGBTQ+ health programs. This affects many veterans who depend on these services.…
Time for inclusive healthcare for LGBTQ+ people
LGBTQ+ people still face problems in healthcare too often. COC Netherlands calls for better healthcare worker training and more inclusive…
How To Deal With Feeling Like a Fake Queer Person
Many LGBTQ+ people feel like they are not 'queer enough,' but this feeling is very common. Your identity is always valid, and you never…
Surviving the AIDS Crisis: A Long Journey Through Stigma
Long-term HIV survivors reflect on decades of stigma, loss, and resilience since the AIDS crisis began. Their powerful stories connect the…
Queer Male Blood Donations Rise Sharply After New Rules
More queer men are donating blood after new rules replaced old restrictions. The blood supply…
She Wants an Open Relationship: What Does It Mean?
A woman's girlfriend asks for an open relationship, leaving her worried about what it means.…
Why We Still Need an HIV Vaccine After 45 Years
Scientists and advocates keep working toward a safe HIV vaccine. The fight is far from over. It…
New 'Queer Love' Campaign Fights Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ Community
The 'Queer Love' campaign has launched in Washington D.C. to address domestic violence in LGBTQ+…
Kansas Judge Blocks Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Youth
A Kansas judge has temporarily stopped a law banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth.…
Russian Doctor Tries to Revive Debunked Trans 'Disorder' Diagnosis
A Russian psychiatrist presented a paper at a major congress trying to revive the debunked idea…
Trump Administration Removes Mpox Health Page, Sparking Outrage
The Trump administration removed an important mpox health page from the CDC website. LGBTQ+…
AmfAR's Cannes Gala Raises Millions for HIV Research
AmfAR Foundation held its annual gala in Cannes to raise funds against HIV. The event brought…
What To Do When Your Partner Does Not Want To Spend Time With You
Many LGBTQ+ couples struggle when one partner withdraws and stops engaging in shared activities.…
How to Find the Right HIV Doctor, According to Advocates
Finding the right HIV doctor is a crucial first step after diagnosis. Advocates share tips on how…
New Shigella Strain Hits Queer Men Hard: What You Need to Know
A new strain of Shigella bacteria is spreading among queer men. Doctors are raising the alarm…
Trump Cuts CDC Support for Global HIV Program PEPFAR
The Trump administration is ending CDC support for PEPFAR. Experts warn that millions of HIV…
Judge Blocks Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
A judge has temporarily blocked a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. The ACLU…
Scientists Move Closer to a Functional Cure for HIV
Scientists have made a major breakthrough in HIV research. Three patients suppressed the virus for…
Trump DOJ Forces Texas Children's Hospital to Stop Trans Care
A top Texas children's hospital agreed to stop transgender youth care after pressure from the…
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day: May 18 Highlights Fight Against HIV
May 18 is HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, a global moment to recognize efforts to create an HIV…
Texaans kinderziekenhuis opent eerste detransitiekliniek na deal met staat
Het Texas Children's Hospital opent een detransitiekliniek na een schikking van tien miljoen…
Gay Counseling Berlin Seeks Psychotherapist for LGBTQ+ Refugees
Gay Counseling Berlin is hiring a psychotherapist. The position supports LBTI* refugees seeking…
How My Gender Transition Changed My Sex Life
A transgender person shares how their gender transition changed their experience of sex. Their…
New Jersey wil transgenderzorg beschermen tegen aanvallen van buiten de staat
New Jersey werkt aan nieuwe wetten om transgenderpatiënten en zorgverleners te beschermen. Dit is…
Bobby Norris spreekt zich uit tegen oordeel van vreemde na facelift
Bobby Norris, bekend van TOWIE en openlijk gay, deelde een video na zijn facelift. Hij sprak zich…
Hospital Gets Criminal Subpoena Over Trans Youth Healthcare
NYU Langone Health has received the first known federal criminal subpoena linked to…
Mental Healthcare for Trans Youth in America Is Failing
Many trans young people in America cannot get mental health support. Almost half of all LGBTQ+…
Can One Injection of Immune Cells Stop HIV for Years?
A new treatment may suppress HIV with just one infusion of immune cells. This breakthrough could…
Jack Schlossberg wil gratis PrEP voor iedereen
Jack Schlossberg wil dat PrEP gratis wordt voor alle Amerikanen. Hij bekritiseert ook zijn neef…
My egg, her womb: how two women became mothers together
Rosa and her wife Leah wanted to share the journey to parenthood equally. They chose reciprocal…
What If You Promised Kids But Changed Your Mind?
Some people promised their partner they would have children, but now they feel differently. This…
Black LGBTQ+ Survivors Speak Out Against Conversion Therapy in Churches
Conversion therapy is banned in 20 US states, but a Supreme Court ruling has raised new fears.…
Trans Youth Denied Hormone Therapy Nearly Twice as Likely to Attempt Suicide
A new survey by The Trevor Project found that trans youth denied hormone therapy are nearly twice…
Judge Blocks FTC Investigations Into Trans Medical Groups
A federal judge blocked the FTC from investigating two major transgender health care…
How Can I Trust Therapists Again After Being Let Down?
A person was in an abusive relationship for six years, but their therapist never recognised the…
LGBTQ+ People and Weed: What You Should Know About Mental Health
LGBTQ+ people use marijuana much more than other people. This has important effects on their…
US Supreme Court Pauses Ruling That Blocked Mifepristone Access
The US Supreme Court paused a ruling that blocked online prescriptions of mifepristone, a key…
International Fisting Day: More Openness About Sexuality
May 5 marks International Fisting Day. This day aims to provide honest information about a sexual…
Drug-Free Sex: The Rise of 'Bio Orgies' in Gay Spaces
Gay cruising venues are organizing 'bio orgies' without drugs or substances. This trend offers a…
Research proves false claim about transgender children
New research proves that the widely shared claim about transgender children 'desisting' was based…
Do I Count As Bisexual? Questions About Identity
A person who always identified as straight has begun questioning their sexual identity in recent…
I Attended a Support Group About Chemsex
Chemsex can become problematic for some gay and bisexual men. Support groups offer a welcoming,…
Research Proves Trans Kids Do Not Simply 'Grow Out Of It'
Scientists in Virginia have proven that most trans kids stay trans. The claim that children 'grow…
Australia changes blood donation rules for queer people
Australia has changed its rules for blood donation. Now more LGBTQ+ people are allowed to give…
More LGBTQ+ Australians Can Now Donate Blood
Australia has updated its blood donation rules, allowing many gay, bisexual, and transgender…
Why Conversion Therapy Is So Harmful for Young People
Conversion therapy harms young people forming their identity. Experts warn the practice causes…
More gay men choose penis enlargement through injections
Penis enlargement injections become more popular among gay men. Experts warn about health risks…
Chemsex: Psychiatrist Warns About Drug Dangers During Sexual Encounters
Psychiatrist Jean-Victor Blanc publishes a book about chemsex dangers. He warns about addictions…
Large Minnesota children's hospital resumes gender-related care
Minnesota resumes gender-related care for minors after a federal judge blocked a Trump decree. The…
Instagram blocks popular health account for women and queer people
Meta blocked the popular health account Bellesa Boutique without warning. The account focused on…
Meta removes popular health account from Bellesa Boutique
Meta deleted the popular Instagram account of Bellesa Boutique. The company provided education…
New PrEP Guidelines GGD Make Medicine More Accessible for More People
The GGD makes PrEP more accessible through relaxed guidelines for the HIV prevention medicine.…
American HIV Organization NMAC in Financial Crisis Due to Management Problems
American HIV organization NMAC faces financial difficulties due to management problems. The new…
YouTuber Jacob Tierney speaks openly about his HIV diagnosis
An old video of YouTuber Jacob Tierney goes viral. He speaks openly about his HIV diagnosis.…
American HIV Organization NMAC in Financial Crisis
American HIV organization NMAC faces serious money problems. Insiders blame the new leadership for…
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