South Africa is grappling with the world's largest HIV epidemic. Among the many challenges, one group stands out: men who have sex with men. This group faces unique hurdles in managing their HIV. Yet, there is a surprising lack of information about what makes it hard for them to keep the virus in
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many things, including how people protect themselves from sexually transmitted infections. Sex workers in Dakar, Senegal, faced a tough situation. Their work involves close contact, so their income took a big hit during the pandemic. This made them vulnerable to ris
Cryptococcal infection is a major killer of people living with HIV. It is especially dangerous in places where access to HIV treatment and proper diagnosis is limited. A recent study took a close look at how common this infection is among HIV patients. It also examined how the body's immune system a
In Kenya, young women face a big challenge. They make up a quarter of all new HIV cases each year among those over 15. This is a huge problem, especially since there is a powerful tool to prevent HIV: PrEP. PrEP is a medicine that, when taken correctly, can greatly lower the risk of getting HIV. How
In emergency rooms, patients who have experienced sexual assault often struggle to get HIV post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP. This medication can prevent HIV infection if taken soon after exposure. A recent effort aimed to change this. The plan involved updating the electronic health records for sex
In North Carolina, a study was conducted to understand the impact of criminal charges on people with HIV. The research focused on individuals who were dealing with both HIV and legal issues between the years 2017 and 2020. The main goal was to count and describe this specific group of people. It als
HIV is more than a health issue. It is a complex problem that affects society in many ways. It is a social problem because it can lead to stigma, discrimination, and isolation. It is a political problem because it requires government action and policy changes. It is an ethical problem because it rai
The federal government recently pulled the plug on numerous research projects focused on the health of LGBTQ individuals. This move, part of a broader trend, has sparked significant debate. The decision to cancel at least 68 grants, totaling nearly $40 million, has left many researchers in the lurch
Women with HIV face a higher risk of a liver condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. This condition is quite common among them. Gut health might play a bigger role in this than previously thought. Gut damage and the movement of microbes from the gut into the blood
The Trump administration recently made a controversial decision that has left many researchers and advocates for LGBTQ+ health in a state of uncertainty. They decided to cancel at least 68 grants focused on the health of gay, lesbian, and transgender individuals. These grants, which were awarded to
