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
HIV is a big problem in Honghe Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China. With so many people infected, it is important to understand how the virus spreads. This helps in stopping the spread. A recent study looked at 1004 new HIV cases in 2022. The goal was to figure out how the virus is transmitted and to
In Uganda, female sex workers face a significant risk of contracting HIV. This makes them a key group for HIV prevention efforts. One effective tool in the fight against HIV is pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP. It is a medication taken by those who do not have HIV to prevent infection. It is cr
HIV prevention has a powerful tool in pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). This medication can greatly lower the risk of HIV infection. Yet, many young men who have sex with men (YMSM) do not use it. Why is this? And how can this be changed? The issue is not just about awareness. It is also about making
Young women in Eswatini face a unique set of challenges. Those with disabilities are at a higher risk of violence and HIV infection. This is a significant problem that needs attention. In 2022, about 14% of adolescent girls and young women aged 13-24 years in Eswatini reported having a functional di
