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Scott Wiener (D)

California Bill Aims to End the HIV, Hep C and STI Epidemics

Senator Scott Wiener’s legislation would set statewide policy and goals. For now, it doesn’t seek funding.
Will these Utah-branded condoms get distributed?

Lewd or Clever? Governor Nixes These Utah-Themed Condoms

“He does not approve the use of sexual innuendo as part of a taxpayer-funded campaign.” But you can try to change his mind!
Jason Domino (left) and Kayden Gray

Safety Against Discrimination

Jason Domino and Kayden Gray are taking the lead on promoting PrEP and U=U in the adult film industry.
Descovy and Truvada

Truvada Should Remain First Choice for PrEP, Experts Argue

Both Truvada and Descovy are highly effective and safe for most people taking PrEP, but the newer option has more cost barriers.

Single Antibody Injection Rids Infant Monkeys of Simian HIV

Researchers infected 1-month-old primates with HIV-like virus and 30 hours later injected them with a pair of antibodies.

HIV Uptick Among Homeless in Boston Area Spurs a “Wake-Up Moment”

“Even a relatively small cluster in this population has great potential to expand to new cases.”

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AIDS Healthcare Foundation's HIV testing efforts in Atlanta

Black Churches Join a “Gospel of AIDS” to Battle HIV

Faith leaders in Atlanta work with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation to offer testing and defeat stigma.
Descovy and Truvada

What’s the difference between Truvada and Descovy for PrEP?

Learn about the differences between these two HIV prevention options.

Treatment: Microneedle Patches

Researchers are working on patches containing tiny needles that deliver medications through the skin.

Prevention: Vaccine Impact

Only HIV vax to show any efficacy prompted strong immune response in new study

Vaginal Rings Typically Score High Marks Among Women in Poorer Nations

This finding suggests that the HIV-preventing vaginal ring that awaits regulatory approval may achieve widespread use.
LGBT and HIV groups claim advertisements like these promote misinformation about PrEP.

In a Reversal, Facebook Removes Some Misleading HIV Ads

Activists want the tech giant to take down similar ads with inaccurate claims about PrEP and HIV prevention.

POZ Poll: Do you define condomless sex while undetectable or on PrEP as “safe sex”?

The Annual Liver Meeting Roundup

The 2019 Liver Meeting in Boston provided an array of important findings about the treatment and prevention of chronic liver diseases.

2019 Top HIV Treatment Stories

Here are the HIV treatment news stories with the most views this year.

STIs Rates Are High Among Those Who Choose to Take PrEP

This finding is separate from the question of whether going on PrEP prompts a rise in STI rates.
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