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Scientists Move Closer to a Functional Cure for HIV
Scientists have made a major breakthrough in HIV research.
Three patients suppressed the virus for months without taking their regular medication. Scientists are getting closer to a functional cure for HIV. This is very important news for the LGBTQ+ community. HIV has affected LGBTQ+ people for decades, especially gay and bisexual men. In a new study, three people stopped taking their regular HIV medication. Normally, stopping medication is dangerous. The virus comes back very quickly without treatment. But these three patients were different. Their bodies were able to control the virus on their own. They suppressed HIV for several months without any drugs. This is a major step forward in…
Trump DOJ Pressures Texas Children's Hospital to End Trans Care
A leading Texas children's hospital stopped transgender youth care after Trump DOJ pressure. The hospital will also launch a controversial…
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day: May 18 Marks Global Fight Against HIV
May 18 is HIV Vaccine Awareness Day, a worldwide moment to recognise efforts developing an HIV vaccine. Whitman-Walker Health in…
Major Texas children's hospital opens detransition clinic after state settlement
Texas Children's Hospital has opened a detransition clinic following a ten million dollar settlement with Texas. The hospital is also…
Gay Counselling Berlin seeks psychotherapist for LGBTQ+ refugees
Gay Counselling Berlin is hiring a psychotherapist now. The position supports LSBTI* refugees. Gay Counselling Berlin is recruiting new…
How My Gender Transition Reshaped My Intimate Life
A transgender person shares how transitioning changed their sexual experience. Their story reveals deep links between body, identity, and…
New Jersey moves to shield transgender care from out-of-state attacks
New Jersey is drafting new laws to protect transgender patients and healthcare providers. This marks the first time the state considers…
Bobby Norris speaks out against stranger's judgement following facelift
Bobby Norris, known from TOWIE and openly gay, shared a video after his facelift. He spoke out…
Hospital Faces Criminal Subpoena Over Transgender 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 across America cannot access mental health support. Nearly half of all…
Can One Injection of Immune Cells Control HIV Long-Term?
A new treatment may control HIV with just one infusion of immune cells. This breakthrough could…
Jack Schlossberg pushes for free PrEP access across America
Jack Schlossberg wants PrEP to be free for all Americans. He also criticises his cousin RFK Jr.…
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 Now Feel Differently?
Some people promised their partner they would have children, but now feel differently about it.…
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 Face Nearly Double Suicide Risk
A new survey by The Trevor Project reveals concerning findings. Trans youth denied hormone therapy…
Judge Halts FTC Investigations Into Trans Medical Organisations
A federal judge stopped the FTC from investigating two major transgender healthcare organisations.…
How Can I Trust Therapists Again After Being Let Down?
Someone was in an abusive relationship for six years. Their therapist did not spot the abuse. The…
LGBTQ+ People and Cannabis: Understanding Mental Health Impacts
LGBTQ+ individuals use cannabis significantly more than other groups. This trend has serious…
US Supreme Court Halts Ruling That Blocked Mifepristone Access
The US Supreme Court halted a ruling that blocked online prescriptions of mifepristone, a crucial…
International Fisting Day: More Openness About Sexuality
May 5th marks International Fisting Day. This day promotes honest information about a sexual…
Drug-Free Sex: The Rise of 'Bio Parties' in Gay Spaces
Gay cruising venues are organising 'bio parties' without drugs or substances. This trend offers a…
Research debunks false claims about transgender children
New research shows the widespread claim about transgender children 'desisting' relied on flawed…
Am I Bisexual? Exploring Questions About Your Identity
Someone who always identified as straight is now questioning their sexual identity. Many people in…
I Joined a Support Group About Chemsex
Chemsex can become problematic for some gay and bisexual men. Support groups offer a safe,…
Research Shows Trans Kids Don't Simply 'Outgrow' Their Identity
Scientists at Virginia Commonwealth University have proven most trans kids remain trans. The claim…
Australia updates blood donation rules for queer people
Australia has updated its blood donation rules. Now more LGBTQ+ people are able to donate blood.…
More LGBTQ+ Australians Can Now Donate Blood
Australia has updated its blood donation rules. Many gay, bisexual, and transgender people can now…
US HIV Organisation NMAC Faces Financial Crisis
American HIV organisation NMAC struggles with serious financial problems and internal turmoil.…
YouTuber Jacob Tierney speaks openly about his HIV diagnosis
An old video of YouTuber Jacob Tierney has gone viral. He discusses his HIV diagnosis openly.…
US HIV Organisation NMAC Faces Financial Crisis Over Management Issues
The US HIV organisation NMAC is struggling financially due to management problems. The new…
New PrEP Guidelines from GGD Make HIV Prevention Medicine More Accessible
The GGD has relaxed PrEP guidelines for HIV prevention medication. More people can now access free…
Meta Removes Popular Health Account of Bellesa Boutique
Meta has deleted the Instagram account of Bellesa Boutique. The company provided sexual health…
Instagram blocks popular health account for women and queer people
Meta has removed the Bellesa Boutique Instagram account without warning. The account focused on…
Major Minnesota Children's Hospital Resumes Gender-Related Care
Minnesota restarts gender-related care for minors after a federal judge blocked a Trump executive…
Chemsex: psychiatrist warns of drug dangers during sexual encounters
Psychiatrist Jean-Victor Blanc publishes a book about chemsex risks. He warns of addictions and…
More gay men opt for penis enlargement via injections
Penis enlargement injections are becoming more popular among gay men. Experts warn about health…
Why Conversion Therapy Causes Serious Harm to Young People
Conversion therapy damages young people forming their identities. Experts warn this practice…
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