News Archive

Disappointing results from “kick and kill” HIV cure study, explained

Researchers say that although the two-pronged treatment failed to reduce the viral reservoir, we shouldn’t lose hope that a “kick and kill” strategy might someday be successful.

Hormone levels not affected by PrEP in trans women

Using PrEP for HIV prevention does not lower levels of feminizing hormones, and hormones only slightly reduce tenofovir levels according to new research.

PrEP scales up, HIV incidence declines

We’re starting to see the effects of PrEP on population-level measures of HIV incidence, but progress is uneven.

HIV care for people of any immigration status in San Francisco Bay Area

Don’t let fear of deportation stop you from accessing HIV services. Here are resources in the San Francisco Bay Area.

My life with anorexia as a trans man

We need to broaden our understanding of how eating disorders affect the LGBTQ community—beyond the concerns of gay men.

Almost, but not quite, HIV undetectable. Is that a problem?

If your viral load isn't undetectable—but is close—is there any impact on your health?

“Rammed hard and fast”: Here’s what you said about pain during anal

You told us—pain during anal sex can be mind-blowing. Here’s what you shared in our anonymous pain & sex survey.

Q&A: What causes bleeding & pain from your butt?

Pierre-Cédric Crouch, PhD, ANP-BC answers our burning questions about butt pain. Here’s what to do if you notice pain, swelling or blood.

A reality check (and resources!) on all things anal cancer

Before you jump to the conclusion that a bump on your butt is anal cancer, get the facts from two clinicians.

Expert advice: 8 steps for first-time fisters

A big part of fisting is intuition and instinct. But there are a few things you can do to make your fisting experiences more enjoyable.

How to Booty Bump Better

Booty bumping involves mixing drugs (usually meth or cocaine) with water and squirting it into your butt through a syringe without a needle at the end.