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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.

AIDS/LifeCycle fundraiser is ending after more than 30 years
News

AIDS/LifeCycle is ending after more than 30 years

The event has raised over $300 million for HIV services at the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center.

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Prevention

Twice-yearly injectable lenacapavir, an HIV-prevention drug, reduces risk by 96%

Gilead researchers say lenacapavir “has the potential to be one of the most impactful interventions” in the battle against HIV.

How fitness coach Tyriek Taylor reclaims his power from HIV with self-commitment
The Switch

How fitness coach Tyriek Taylor reclaims his power from HIV with self-commitment

Artist, activist and coach Tyriek Taylor discusses his journey with HIV, from initial terror to full acceptance, through treatment, self-commitment and support from communities.

Out100 Honoree Tony Valenzuela thanks queer and trans communities for support in his HIV journey
The Switch

Out100 Honoree Tony Valenzuela thanks queer and trans communities for support in his HIV journey

“It's hard not to think about all those people and put my own challenges into perspective,” said the HIV and LGBTQ+ advocate.

Why activist Raif Derrazi thinks his HIV diagnosis is a gift
The Switch

Why activist Raif Derrazi thinks his HIV diagnosis is a gift

“My diagnosis was a gift,” says Derrazi. “It was the catalyst for a profound change in my life.”

Creator and host Karl Schmid fights HIV stigma with knowledge
The Switch

Creator and host Karl Schmid fights HIV stigma with knowledge

In the new episode of The Switch, watch Karl Schmid, creator and host of Plus Life Media, combat HIV stigma with empowerment through knowledge.

Sr. Gay World quiere asegurarse de que estés bien
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Sr. Gay World quiere asegurarse de que estés bien

Troy Michael Smith ha sobrevivido a algunos lugares oscuros y ahora se ha propuesto ayudar a otros hombres gay y bisexuales a encontrar la sanación.

Yes, HIV-positive people can safely breastfeed
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Yes, HIV-positive people can safely breastfeed

On a recent episode of +Talk, two experts relay the real facts about breastfeeding when living with HIV.

Exclusive: We kiki with Q from 'RuPaul's Drag Race'
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Exclusive: We kiki with Q from 'RuPaul's Drag Race'

The season 16 fashionista discusses her early life, her journey on Drag Race, opening up about living with HIV — and looks ahead to what's next.

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.

Our May/June issue of Plus is here!
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Our May/June issue of Plus is here!

The issue includes some real talk from cover star Todrick Hall, Elton's Oscar party pics, Oprah's endorsement of U=U, and more.

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LGBTQ+ celebrities speak up and show out at Elton John's annual Oscars party (exclusive)

You won't believe the record-breaking amount of money the annual event raised for HIV/AIDS causes this year!

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Treatment

The FDA Says This Group Can Now Use Biktarvy Safely

The once-daily regimen for those with HIV can now be prescribed to those with a common treatment resistance.

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.

George Takei & Brad Takei on HIV and monogamy
Entertainment

George Takei & Brad Takei on HIV and monogamy

The couple has been together nearly 40 years and are still going strong.

The real reason trans women have high HIV rates
Transgender

The real reason trans women have high HIV rates

A new CDC report reveals that discrimination against transgender women is the main cause behind adverse health trends in the group.

The latest on an HIV vaccine
Prevention

The latest on an HIV vaccine

Many scientists are undeterred in the effort to prevent HIV without a lifetime of medication.

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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.

Mr. Gay World wants to make sure you're OK
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Mr. Gay World wants to make sure you're OK

Troy Michael Smith has survived some dark places, and has now made it his mission to help other gay and bi men find healing.