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Check out our 2024 year-end issue!
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Check out our 2024 year-end issue!

We celebrate our Health Heroes of the Year, share some winter fitness tips, discuss the importance of mental health, and more.

In honor of Juneteenth 2024, meet The Normal Anomaly
People

In honor of Juneteenth 2024, meet The Normal Anomaly

This Black, queer-led organization is addressing the intersectional challenges their communities face, including HIV.

Mr. Gay World's Plus cover story: behind the scenes
Cover Stories

Mr. Gay World's Plus cover story: behind the scenes

On Advocate Channel's new program, Cover to Cover, Stephen Walker speaks to pageant winner/health advocate Troy Michael Smith.

Celebrating a health care hero on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
People

Celebrating a health care hero on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Dr. Ada Stewart has devoted her life to helping her community, and is especially focused on educating Black women about HIV.

How I helped change the law that put me and other Black people with HIV behind bars
Guest Voices

How I helped change the law that put me and other Black people with HIV behind bars

Reflecting on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, one individual's battle against outdated HIV laws and deep-seated stigma highlights the urgent need for change and compassion.

Dr. Leo Moore is more than the "ultimate health guy"
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Dr. Leo Moore is more than the "ultimate health guy"

As one of the nation's top leaders battling HIV and its stigma, this L.A. doctor embodies the best of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

Starbucks unveils Black History Month cup collection
Art

Starbucks unveils Black History Month cup collection

Artist Damon Brown's vibrant drinkware collaboration with Starbucks celebrates Black culture and raises funds for the community.

Meet the young Black heroes fighting for PrEP access at HBCUs
PrEP

Meet the young Black heroes fighting for PrEP access at HBCUs

While the HIV prevention drug is common among white, affluent, urban gays, a new team is ensuring access across color lines.

Native Son AIDS HIV Awareness campaign
African-American

The naked Black body takes center stage in this HIV campaign

"I Love Myself" hopes to shift the narrative around shame and stigma in the Black HIV community.

Plus Jan/Feb issue: Celebrating Black male beauty, talking mental health, & more
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Plus Jan/Feb issue: Celebrating Black male beauty, talking mental health, & more

In this special issue, we focus on the beauty and resilience of the Black community — and Mr. Gay World shares a message about mental wellness.

An animated Black podcast duo and a Black podcast duo sitting on some steps.
Entertainment

These Black Queer Podcasts (Featuring Literally Zero Cis White Gay Men) Deserve Your Ears

No white mansplainers here! Just unapologetically Black and LGBTQ+ points of view.

Meet Two Amazing Activists Speaking Up About Black Women and HIV
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Meet Two Amazing Activists Speaking Up About Black Women and HIV

These busy moms and community organizers shine a light on issues facing Black women living with HIV in a documentary co-produced by Sheryl Lee Ralph.

‘Kokomo City’ Gives a Searing Look Into Lives of Black Trans Sex Workers
Transgender

‘Kokomo City’ Gives a Searing Look Into Lives of Black Trans Sex Workers

The documentary shines a light on the challenges facing this incredibly strong yet vulnerable community.

Juneteenth celebration in Brooklyn, NY, 2022. Photo by Michael Nagle/Xinhua via Getty Images
African-American

Celebrate Juneteenth by Promoting Black Health, Wealth, and Joy

Reflecting on the amazing strength, spirit, and resilience of Black Americans.

Plus154 May-June: All About U=U
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Plus154 May-June: All About U=U

In this issue, we celebrate allies like reality star Greg Mathis Jr. and seven years of the U=U movement that continues to change lives.

Greg Mathis Jr. Is Using His Reality Star Platform to End HIV Stigma
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Greg Mathis Jr. Is Using His Reality Star Platform to End HIV Stigma

The breakout star of Mathis Family Matters breaks down the importance of education and using your voice to fight for health resources.

Plus Magazine's Editor in Chief on Amazing Ally Sheryl Lee Ralph & More
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Plus Magazine's Editor in Chief on Amazing Ally Sheryl Lee Ralph & More

Our editor in chief discusses her love for recent cover star Sheryl Lee Ralph, as well as an important HIV stigma-smashing horror film.

Human Rights Campaign Data Shows Racial Disparities in Mpox Treatment
African-American

Human Rights Campaign Data Shows Racial Disparities in Mpox Treatment

Only one tenth of Black people received treatment, despite accounting for one third of all new mpox cases.

Cover photo of beautiful Black woman from one of ViiV Healthcare's ne HIV activity books
Women

ViiV Healthcare Launches Activity Books for HIV Education in Black Women

The books aim to change the way Black women are disproportionately affected by HIV.

Young Black couple holding hands and walking in cold weather
African-American

Black Canadians at Higher Risk of Death From HIV & Cancer

New research shows structural racism and limited education remain a predominant factor in such disparities.